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Carrot Cake Protein Bites

Chewy, no-bake protein bites that taste like carrot cake and come together in minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 30 protein bites

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup natural peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup whey protein
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 2 tablespoons ground flax seeds
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup carrot, finely chopped
  • pinch salt

Equipment

  • stand mixer or large mixing bowl and spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cookie scoop or tablespoon
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. Finely chop the carrot into very small pieces and set aside.
  2. Combine peanut butter, whey protein, rolled oats, shredded coconut, ground flax, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, chopped carrot, and a pinch of salt in the bowl of a stand mixer (or a large mixing bowl).
  3. Mix on low to medium speed until the ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is even; scrape down the sides and mix briefly again if needed.
  4. Portion the mixture into about 30 small bites using a cookie scoop or tablespoon.
  5. Optional: roll each portion between your palms to smooth; if the mixture is too sticky, refrigerate for 30 minutes first, then roll.
  6. Store the finished bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • The listed nutritional information is correct.
  • If freezing, omit the carrots.