Carrot Cake Bliss Balls
These little bites of joy are packed with immune-boosting ingredients like pepitas, fresh carrots, and a splash of orange juice, all rolled up with gluten-free oats and finished with a drizzle of white chocolate. Perfect for lunchboxes or for busy, time-poor parents, these bliss balls are not only delicious but also super convenient. Store them in the freezer and grab one on the go for a quick, nutritious snack that’s always ready when you are! And for an extra dose of deliciousness, drizzle with good-quality white chocolate, coconut butter or dark chocolate. What are you waiting for… time to get bliss ball rolling!
Carrot Cake Bliss Balls
DIETARY: V, VEG, DF, EF, NF
AGE GROUP: 12 months+
DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Beginner
SERVES: 18
PREP: 20 mins (+ 30 mins in freezer)
Equipment: High-speed blender/Stick-blender
INGREDIENTS:
1 cup (110g) rolled oats
½ cup (80g) pepitas
120g Medjool dates (6), pitted
150g grated carrot (1 large)
¼ cup (35g) sultanas
1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
2 tbsp (40ml) fresh orange juice
White or dark chocolate to drizzle on top (optional)
METHOD:
Place oats and pepitas in a high-speed food processor and process until meal consistency is reached.
Add the rest of the ingredients and process until well combined.
Roll into small balls and place onto a tray lined with baking paper.
Freeze for 30 mins then drizzle with melted white chocolate (optional).
Storing leftovers: Serve immediately, store in the fridge for 10 days or freeze for up to 4 months.
TIPS:
Prep tips:
Alternatively, roll the balls into desiccated coconut.Allergies:
For a gluten-free version: Swap oats for gluten-free oats or quinoa flakes.Easy ingredient swaps:
Swap sultanas for dried fruit of choice.Additional boosters:
Boost with ¼ cup of seed meal.