Carrot Cake Protein Bites
These are a delicious quick bite either on the go when you need an energy boost, simply that something to tie you over from getting hangry or just a little something that feels like an indulgence.
Ingredients:
- I cup shredded carrot
- 1 cup of oats
- 12 pitted dates (soak in a cup of hot water or chai tea to soften)
- 1/2 a cup of walnuts
- 1 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons hemp hearts
- 1/4 cup cashew butter
- 1/4 cup vitafiber syrup ( or maple syrup)
- 1/4 cup pumpkin purée
- 3 scoops of your favourite whey protein (I use @dymatize ISO100 whey isolate)
Flavour suggestions: try Vanilla or Cinnamon bun.
OPTIONAL: a tiny Pinch of Himalayan or sea salt.
Directions:
- Place all ingredients into a food processor or blender until well combined into a paste.
- Chill for at least 1/2 hr before rolling into approximately 20 balls .
- Place on parchment paper
- Tip wet your hands to prevent sticking
- Roll on your favourite topping if you choose. Try unsweetened coconut, cinnamon or crushed walnuts
- Chill again.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 5 days or keep frozen until you want to grab them to go.
- Makes approximately 18-20
Nutritional Info (Per Bite):
- Calories 112
- Protein 6.4g
- Carbs 9.4g (Net 7.9g)
- Fiber 2.9g
- Fats 5.9g (saturated 0.8)
- Sugar 3.4 g
Enjoy!
For more mouth watering and healthy recipes, Michelle can be found on Instagram @michelleralphlarose_ and @cleaneats.treats or right here in her column at Muscle Insider.
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