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No-Bake Carrot Cake Bites

Plate and cake stand filled with Raw Carrot Cake Bites

Raw Carrot Cake Bites resting on a cake platter

I created these carrot cake bites not only for spring, but as something quick and easy you can whip up for celebrations like Easter, birthday parties, baby showers, and more! They require 9 basic ingredients (that you likely have on hand right now), 1 food processor, and just 30 minutes to make!

They’re also naturally-sweetened, grain-free (if you’re into that kind of thing), rich in healthy fats, and flavored with health-promoting spices like ginger and cinnamon! Let’s (not) bake!

Tray of ingredients for making our grain-free Raw Carrot Cake Bites recipe

The base for these bites is medjool dates, walnuts, and fresh grated carrot. Then I added ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg for that quintessential carrot cake flavor.

To help the mixture form and add more natural sweetness, I opted for coconut flour (almond flour will also work here). Lastly, I threw in some raisins (even though I’m not the biggest fan), because they feel essential to the carrot cake vibe.

Food processor with Raw Carrot Cake Bite batter topped with raisins

Once the cake mixture is ready, simply scoop into bites and roll into balls, at which point you can enjoy immediately, roll in shredded coconut, or chill and top with fresh coconut butter! Swoon.

Picking up a gluten-free Raw Carrot Cake Bite from a large tray

I went for both toppings because I couldn’t decide. Trust me — you can’t go wrong either way!

Using a spoon to spread coconut icing onto a Raw Carrot Cake Bite

I hope you LOVE these bites! They’re:

Naturally sweet
Bursting with carrot cake flavor
Quick & easy to make
Portable
& Super satisfying

These would make the perfect snack or treat to have on hand throughout the week, or would make a lovely healthier dessert to bring along to spring celebrations.

Into snack bites? Be sure to check out our Fudgy Chocolate Cake Bites, Vanilla Cake Bites, Golden Milk Snack Bites, Dark Chocolate Hemp Energy Bites, and Lemon Poppyseed Donut Holes!

If you try this recipe, let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don’t forget to tag a photo #minimalistbaker on Instagram. Cheers, friends!

Half-eaten Raw Carrot Cake Bite resting in front of a tray of more bites

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Raw Carrot Cake Bites resting on a cake platter
4.91 from 32 votes

No-Bake Carrot Cake Bites

Tender, naturally sweetened carrot cake bites with dates, carrots, walnuts, cinnamon, and coconut flour! So simple, delicious carrot cake flavor, and the perfect healthier snack or dessert! Just 30 minutes, 9 ingredients, and 1 food processor required.

Author: Minimalist Baker
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 16 (bites)
Category: Dessert/Snack
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Freezer Friendly 1 month
Does it keep? 1 Week

Ingredients

US Customary - Metric
  • 3/4 cup peeled and finely shredded carrot (~1-2 carrots as recipe is written)
  • 1 cup packed pitted medjool dates (measured after pits are removed)
  • 1 ¾ cups raw walnuts (or sub other nut, such as pecans or cashews)
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg
  • 4-6 Tbsp coconut flour (or sub almond flour)
  • 1/4 cup raisins (optional // or sub other unsweetened dried fruit)

FOR TOPPING optional

  • 1/2 cup desiccated coconut flakes (you can blitz briefly in a blender for a finer flake that sticks to the bites more easily)
  • 8 tsp soft, runny coconut butter (or store-bought // if hard, soften in the microwave or over the stovetop using a double boiler until pourable)

Instructions

  1. Using the grater attachment on your food processor (or a box grater), grate the carrot and set aside.
  2. To the food processor, add the pitted dates and blend until small bits remain or a ball forms. Remove from food processor and set aside.

  3. To the food processor, add walnuts, vanilla, salt, and spices. Blend until a semi-fine meal is achieved — about 15 seconds. Then add the dates and shredded carrot back in and pulse in 1-second increments until a loose dough forms and the carrots are just incorporated. Be careful not to over-blend. You're looking for a pliable dough, not a purée.

  4. Add coconut flour 2 Tbsp (18 g) at a time and pulse to combine. If it is not mixing, you may need to remove the lid and stir occasionally to encourage things along. You’re not looking for a paste or purée here, but a tender, crumbly dough. Once well combined, add raisins (optional) and pulse/stir once more to combine.

  5. Scoop out 2-Tablespoon amounts using a cookie scooper (like this one), roll into balls with hands, and place directly onto a parchment-lined baking sheet or serving platter. Repeat until all dough is used up. If the bites are too sticky to roll, add a little more coconut or almond flour to dry the mixture out.

  6. Roll in finely shredded coconut (optional) and enjoy immediately or refrigerate to chill/firm up. Or, if topping with coconut butter (optional), place bites in the freezer to chill for 10-15 minutes, then top with fresh coconut butter (if butter is not pourable, warm in a double boiler or in the microwave until a runnier consistency is achieved). After topping with coconut butter, chill bites another 5-10 minutes to set.

  7. Store covered in the refrigerator up to 1 week or in the freezer up to 1 month.

Notes

*Adapted from our No Bake Vegan Carrot Cake.
*Nutrition information is a rough estimate calculated without optional ingredients.

Nutrition Per Serving (1 of 16 bites)

  • Calories: 142
  • Fat: 5.4g
  • Saturated fat: 0.7g
  • Sodium: 44mg
  • Potassium: 260mg
  • Carbohydrates: 24.1g
  • Fiber: 3.3g
  • Sugar: 19.6g
  • Protein: 2g
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  1. Avatar for LynnLynn says

    November 28, 2019 at 12:37 am

    I was pretty excited about these until I read the ingredients and saw the amount of nuts needed. Aside from being too high in fat, I only use raw, organic and that’s too expensive, lol. Almost 2 cups of nuts. Do you think there’s anything I can sub for some of the nuts? Half of them anyway……

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      November 28, 2019 at 10:30 am

      Oats?

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  2. Avatar for NicoleNicole says

    November 24, 2019 at 11:17 pm

    I brought these to a potluck and they were a hit! I used the minimum amount of almond flour and the bites were a little greasy so I will have to add more flour next time. Other than that, really happy with them!

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    • Avatar for Support @ Minimalist BakerSupport @ Minimalist Baker says

      November 25, 2019 at 12:27 pm

      Thanks for sharing, Nicole! We’re so glad you enjoyed this recipe!

      Reply
  3. Avatar for SheriSheri says

    November 10, 2019 at 4:12 pm

    These are yummy and very satisfying. I was craving carrot cake but couldn’t bring myself to make one when I only wanted a few bites, and didn’t want all that oil either. Thanks for the great tasting alternative!

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    • Avatar for Support @ Minimalist BakerSupport @ Minimalist Baker says

      November 11, 2019 at 11:36 am

      We’re so glad you enjoyed them, Sheri! Thanks so much for the lovely review! xo

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  4. Avatar for SaraSara says

    October 24, 2019 at 11:04 am

    Hi there! I want to make these for a halloween party as a treat for my gluten-free guests. However, one of my favorite parts about carrot cake is definitely the cream cheese icing, so I was wondering if you had any suggestions on substitutions I could make to this recipe to incorporate cream cheese?

    These sound amazing otherwise, and I’m excited to make them!

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      October 24, 2019 at 12:00 pm

      Yes! this frosting!

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  5. Avatar for RebekahRebekah says

    September 25, 2019 at 1:37 pm

    The whole fam loved this recipe. Simple and yummy! In order to avoid a trip to the store, I substituted maple butter instead of coconut butter, which I would not recommend– it was too sweet. Next time I’ll drizzle these with coconut butter, as written. Dana, you are such a freaking treasure.

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      September 25, 2019 at 3:26 pm

      xoxo!!

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  6. Avatar for KellyKelly says

    September 20, 2019 at 6:55 am

    Do you know around how many dates are in a packed cup, or alternatively a weight? I’m always unsure how much I need to pack them in. Thanks!

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    • Avatar for Support @ Minimalist BakerSupport @ Minimalist Baker says

      September 20, 2019 at 8:06 am

      200 g or approximately 11 dates. Enjoy!

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  7. Avatar for Dee Ann FreyDee Ann Frey says

    September 2, 2019 at 7:57 am

    Simply an outstanding recipe! My kid & husband couldn’t get enough of these…in fact, my daughter made a lunch out of them two days in a row…’tis why I doubled the recipe! (I suspected they’d be delicious! :0) So, thank you!

    BTW, as I researched the difference between dates and figs (fig newtons were my favorite cookie growing up), AND, figs have a good bit less sugar, (48g vs 63g for dates) I thought I’d try the switch –they were delicious! I did add some honey to sweeten just a bit… So, all in all, they probably ended up w/same amount of calories!
    Thanks again for what will now be a long-time-family recipe! <3

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    • Avatar for Support @ Minimalist BakerSupport @ Minimalist Baker says

      September 2, 2019 at 9:15 am

      So glad you and your family enjoy this recipe, Dee Ann! Thanks so much for sharing! xo

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      • Avatar for GüntəkinGüntəkin says

        September 21, 2019 at 4:37 pm

        What to do, if I couldn’t find nut flour? Can I prepare them without flour?

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        • Avatar for Support @ Minimalist BakerSupport @ Minimalist Baker says

          September 23, 2019 at 8:15 am

          We don’t think that would work as they would be very sticky. Perhaps you could try oat flour? Let us know if you give it a try!

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  8. Avatar for LivLiv says

    August 19, 2019 at 2:17 pm

    Is there any way to make this without nuts? I’ve made it before and loved it. I’d like to make it for my son’s back to school party at kindergarten and there’s a no nuts policy. Thanks!

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      August 19, 2019 at 3:41 pm

      What about subbing sunflower or hemp seeds?

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      • Avatar for LivLiv says

        August 29, 2019 at 2:49 am

        Thanks! I made it using half pumpkin seeds half sunflower seeds. It was delicious and a great success at my son’s back-to-school party. Adults and kids alike loved it.

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        • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

          August 29, 2019 at 10:39 am

          Lovely! Thanks for sharing, Liv!

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  9. Avatar for JamieJamie says

    July 20, 2019 at 6:27 pm

    Easy and delicious , I’ve made these for a family member who is trying to be ‘healthy’ and they could not stop nibbling away at them. Admittedly i do not own a food processor (*shock horror*) but i own a juice blender. Ok controversial possibly dangerous, but was able to blend the dates and walnuts and then hand mashed them together with the carrots and spices. Worked out great and delicious , will defo make them again and maybe invest into a food processor ….

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  10. Avatar for Morgan HaleMorgan Hale says

    July 18, 2019 at 10:51 am

    I LOVE carrot Cake, however, my husband is allergic to ALL nuts and Soy… Is there a substitution for the walnuts??

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      July 18, 2019 at 11:56 am

      Hmm, you could try hemp seeds, sunflower seeds, or something similar?

      Reply
  11. Avatar for SulafSulaf says

    July 15, 2019 at 5:37 pm

    These carrot cake bites were delicous! One of my friend’s birthday was coming up and I didn’t know many vegan recipes, so my friend directed me to this website, and I found these! I personally love carrot cake, and it had such a similar flavor that it felt like I was eating a healthier version of a cake pop! I didn’t have the time or ingredients to top the bites with coconut butter but I want to try that next time. They were very easy to make, and I was very grateful that this was a vegan recipe that did not have cashew butter, since I am allergic to cashews. Once again, they were delicous, my friend loved them, I ate far too many for something that was supposed to be a present, and I can’t wait to try them again!

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    • Avatar for Support @ Minimalist BakerSupport @ Minimalist Baker says

      July 16, 2019 at 10:13 am

      So glad to hear it, Sulaf! Thanks so much for the lovely review! xo

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  12. Avatar for JackyJacky says

    July 6, 2019 at 11:00 pm

    Has anyone soaked the walnuts overnight before making these or other versions of balls that contain walnuts? I’ve always read its best to soak nuts for good digestion. I haven’t made these yet but love the vanilla cake version you have Dana!

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  13. Avatar for MadisonMadison says

    June 19, 2019 at 1:35 pm

    I don’t know why it took me so long to make these. Yum!!!

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  14. Avatar for KikiKiki says

    June 17, 2019 at 2:05 am

    Easy to make, and super delicious :-D

    Thank you for the great recipe!!! <3

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  15. Avatar for NICKYNICKY says

    June 16, 2019 at 10:09 pm

    Great recipe but the texture is more like fudge than cake. (It really wasn’t like carrot cake) I wish the texture was a little more dry. Amazing how sweet it is despite there being no sugar in the recipe. The taste is pretty good. I made them for father’s day and gave them to my dad as a gift. He loves dates so this was a real treat for him.

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    • Avatar for Support @ Minimalist BakerSupport @ Minimalist Baker says

      June 17, 2019 at 9:26 am

      Hi Nicky, you could try adding additional coconut flour or walnuts next time for a more dry texture. Hope that helps!

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  16. Avatar for MaureenMaureen says

    June 13, 2019 at 6:03 pm

    These bites are amazing! I tweaked a bit, and as I didn’t have medjool, I used diglet noor dates. I subbed 1 cup almonds & 3/4 cup rolled oats for the walnuts; added a small knob of fresh ginger; added 1/2 t pumpkin pie spice and rolled in hemp seeds AND coconut. Oh my, felt like Lucy & Ethel, seems as though I ate two for every one I had left for the freezer tray ?

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    • Avatar for Support @ Minimalist BakerSupport @ Minimalist Baker says

      June 14, 2019 at 10:05 am

      So glad you enjoyed these, Maureen! Thanks so much for the lovely review! xo

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  17. Avatar for MissFitMelleMissFitMelle says

    June 13, 2019 at 6:01 pm

    Hi Dana, these look so great. I want to try them but I’m trying to reduce overall sugar in my diet, even if they’re from natural sources. For many similar recipes there’s dates as a base to bind and for natural sweetness. What can you suggest I replace dates with? Of course I can simply omit the raisins. Any suggestions are appreciated!

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    • Avatar for Support @ Minimalist BakerSupport @ Minimalist Baker says

      June 14, 2019 at 9:59 am

      Hi! Yes, the dates both bind and provide sweetness. You could try using cashew butter and sweetening with your preferred sweetener. Might be tricky to replace the dates though! Let us know if you do some experimenting.

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    • Avatar for heather groblebeheather groblebe says

      July 3, 2019 at 6:09 am

      This is a totally delicious recipe! I would like to know if I can sub fresh grated ginger for the powder ginger? I made these for a friend and myself and we both raved about them

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      • Avatar for Support @ Minimalist BakerSupport @ Minimalist Baker says

        July 3, 2019 at 8:10 am

        Hi Heather, we haven’t tried it, but that should work! Let us know if you give it a try!

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  18. Avatar for HannahHannah says

    June 10, 2019 at 4:47 pm

    I made a triple batch of these (!) since my husband and I go through snacks quickly in our house. I didn’t have enough walnuts on hand so I subbed roasted pepitas which I think came out very nicely. I also subbed pumpkin pie spice for the ginger and nutmeg. Overall excellent flavor and shockingly sweet for only having dates!

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      June 11, 2019 at 7:34 am

      Thanks for sharing!!

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    • Avatar for DaniDani says

      June 23, 2019 at 3:38 pm

      Thank you for this comment! I am allergic to nuts so was wondering what I could use in place of the I with. I will try the roasted pepitas.

      Reply
  19. Avatar for NicolNicol says

    June 10, 2019 at 8:38 am

    My boyfriends favorite dessert is carrot cake, and he absolutely loved these! So easy to make and great for that sweet tooth craving.

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  20. Avatar for Michelle TorresMichelle Torres says

    June 10, 2019 at 12:16 am

    I made it today and it’s so delicious it’s almost dangerous ? Next time I’ll probably double the recipe! Tks for this recipe ??

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    • Avatar for Support @ Minimalist BakerSupport @ Minimalist Baker says

      June 10, 2019 at 10:01 am

      Thanks so much for the lovely review, Michelle. We are so glad you enjoyed these! Next time, would you mind leaving a rating with your review? It’s super helpful for us and other readers. Thanks so much! xo

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  21. Avatar for PetePete says

    May 25, 2019 at 2:51 am

    I’m absolutely loving all these amazing sweets ! I made this and the Vegan Brownies ~ both were brilliant . Every one at work loved the Brownies and I’m definitely a convert. Keep up the fantastic work. So refreshing ~ many Thanks xx

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      May 25, 2019 at 5:04 pm

      Thanks for sharing, Pete!

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  22. Avatar for MichelleMichelle says

    May 24, 2019 at 12:51 pm

    I made this nut free by replacing the walnuts with an equal amount of ground oatmeal. They are delicious!

    Thanks Dana
    Michelle

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      May 24, 2019 at 1:37 pm

      Thanks, Michelle!

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  23. Avatar for JanJan says

    May 18, 2019 at 5:40 am

    Another winner Dana – delicious little carrot cake flavoured bites, but with no fat, sugar, eggs, flour – amazing! Thank you : )

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  24. Avatar for Carol SchnaubeltCarol Schnaubelt says

    May 17, 2019 at 1:56 pm

    I made this recipe but had a very difficult time trying to mix in the date ball with the other ingredients. Some cookies are just date balls, not carroty. I tried to follow the recipe exactly. Any suggestions for next time?

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    • Avatar for Support @ Minimalist BakerSupport @ Minimalist Baker says

      May 20, 2019 at 12:01 pm

      Hi Carol, Is it possible that your food processor is on the smaller side? That would be one potential idea! Hope that helps!

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  25. Avatar for oliviaolivia says

    May 16, 2019 at 5:54 am

    I LOVE carrot cake! but my goodness Carrot Cake BITES?! YES PLEASE :D hahah those look amazing! Great recipe!!

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      May 16, 2019 at 8:58 am

      Hope you love these, Olivia!

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  26. Avatar for lorraine treanorlorraine treanor says

    May 12, 2019 at 1:10 pm

    Easy breezy!
    used walnuts with about 1/3 cup almonds. Didn’t have any vanilla (when did THAT happen!, so added a little banana milk in case it needed a liquid. We do love ginger, so, rather than the sweet toppings, I rubbed my hands with fresh ginger while making the balls, then added a dab of ginger to each. They’re in the fridge now firming. Thanks for this fun Mother’s Day treat.

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      May 13, 2019 at 9:49 am

      Lovely! Thanks for sharing, Lorraine!

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  27. Avatar for AnnaAnna says

    May 10, 2019 at 5:04 pm

    These were sooo good. Kind of like pumpkin pie filling in flavour.

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      May 11, 2019 at 12:43 pm

      Lovely! Glad you enjoyed them, Anna.

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  28. Avatar for JJJJ says

    May 8, 2019 at 8:17 pm

    Can you make this with dried figs instead of dates?

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      May 9, 2019 at 10:09 am

      It’s worth a shot! Let us know how it goes.

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  29. Avatar for MarinusMarinus says

    May 8, 2019 at 6:13 am

    Wow! Super easy, healthy, quick to make. Brilliant recipe. Thank you

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  30. Avatar for KemoyKemoy says

    May 6, 2019 at 9:18 am

    These are amazing. I have been making almond bites for years and my littlest ones loved them. Decided to try this carrot, recipe and they didn’t last….yum.

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      May 7, 2019 at 12:45 pm

      Thanks, Kemoy! Next time would you mind leaving a rating with your review? It’s super helpful for us and other readers! xo

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  31. Avatar for AmandaAmanda says

    May 4, 2019 at 1:48 am

    These are really moist and tasty. I hadn’t thought about using runny peanut butter as a topping, but it’s such a great option.

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      May 4, 2019 at 9:44 am

      Thanks, Amanda!

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  32. Avatar for IngridIngrid says

    May 2, 2019 at 9:08 pm

    Um these were amazing. I honestly have never loved a date-based cake bite like I love these. I put them in the freezer and they taste amazing straight from the freezer (like frozen carrot cake cookie dough). Also, my two-year-old gobbled these up for a little treat!

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      May 4, 2019 at 9:55 am

      haha, yay! Thanks, Ingrid! xo

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  33. Avatar for JudiJudi says

    May 2, 2019 at 10:45 am

    These are soooo very good…thank you. Did add a little hemp seed.

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    • Avatar for Support @ Minimalist BakerSupport @ Minimalist Baker says

      May 2, 2019 at 12:52 pm

      Thanks so much for the review, Judi. We are so glad you enjoyed them! Next time, would you mind leaving a rating with your review? It’s super helpful for us and other readers. Thanks so much! xo

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  34. Avatar for MatchaMeMatchaMe says

    April 30, 2019 at 10:27 pm

    Carrot cake is such an underrated cake, but it’s probably my favourite cake. This was such a delicious recipe

    Thanks, Jared

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      May 6, 2019 at 10:27 am

      Thanks for sharing!!

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  35. Avatar for Gloria LevinGloria Levin says

    April 28, 2019 at 4:17 pm

    I just made these, and they are perfect (just like your pics!) and absolutely delicious. Thank you for all your wonderful recipes!

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 29, 2019 at 2:14 pm

      Thanks for sharing, Gloria!

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  36. Avatar for Barbara CarnovaleBarbara Carnovale says

    April 28, 2019 at 1:40 pm

    Can I substitute regular flour for the almond and coconut?? I am out and gluten free is not essential-
    Let me know
    Thanks
    Barbara

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 29, 2019 at 2:15 pm

      I don’t know that I’d recommend eating raw flour. Perhaps oats, shredded coconut, or more nuts would be a better solution.

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  37. Avatar for IngridIngrid says

    April 28, 2019 at 6:15 am

    Very good bites :)

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 29, 2019 at 2:15 pm

      Thanks, Ingrid!

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  38. Avatar for CarolCarol says

    April 27, 2019 at 7:44 pm

    Made the carrot cake bites and they are a hit. Rolled them in coconut – no frosting and will do it the same way next time. Will also make the balls smaller next time and have 32 to 40 bites. Thanks for all the recipes!

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 29, 2019 at 2:15 pm

      Thanks for sharing, Carol!

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  39. Avatar for Cassie TranCassie Tran says

    April 27, 2019 at 8:01 am

    These look delicious!! Would you recommend completely drying out the carrot prior to blending them into the recipe, or is it okay for them to be a little bit damp?

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      May 6, 2019 at 10:28 am

      We didn’t find it necessary to remove any juice.

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  40. Avatar for Susan craneSusan crane says

    April 26, 2019 at 4:30 pm

    I just finished making these and I literally swooned when I took the first bite. I am currently on a fairly strict cleanse and I expected eight weeks of deprivation but these completely fit within my guidelines of plant-based, grain free, unprocessed etc and oh my goodness!!! Doing a happy dance right now!!! I just forwarded the recipe to my daughter because I thought they would make super healthy treats for my grandkids!!!

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 29, 2019 at 2:16 pm

      Yay for healthier treats! So glad you’re enjoying them.

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  41. Avatar for Jamilet BryantJamilet Bryant says

    April 24, 2019 at 9:50 am

    I just made a batch of these, following your instructions to a T, and can’t believe how incredibly delicious these are. I satisfied my carrot cake craving without spending hours in the kitchen and without guilt.

    Thank you so much for this wonderful recipe.

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 25, 2019 at 4:56 pm

      Yay! Thanks for sharing!

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  42. Avatar for SophieSophie says

    April 24, 2019 at 8:56 am

    These are addicting! Used almond flour and rolled in coconut. They taste just like carrot cake, love. Mine turned out pretty soft, I may add more walnuts and carrot next time, but they’re still delicious! I also like the idea some people have to add some protein powder. Thanks Dana!

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 25, 2019 at 4:56 pm

      yay, thanks Sophie!

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  43. Avatar for SHSH says

    April 23, 2019 at 9:19 am

    Hello, I work for a nonprofit and we would like to use a couple of your photos in a pamphlet about environmentally friendly plant-based eating. Would it be possible to speak with you about this? Thanks!

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      April 23, 2019 at 10:08 am

      Hi, please refer here for info about sharing our recipes and images.

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  44. Avatar for HadassHadass says

    April 23, 2019 at 7:20 am

    Hi Dana, I’ll start by saying how wonderful your recipes are (and beautifully photographed!). My daughters have both became vegan in the past 2 years and you were a shining light guiding me through learning a new way to cook.
    I had noticed that you use often use dates in your recipes and was wondering if you are familiar with silan. It’s date syrup that’s used in middle-eastern cooking.

    Thanks for everything, especially your Mac n’ Cheese ;-)

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 25, 2019 at 4:57 pm

      I’m not but I’ll have to check that out!

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  45. Avatar for JenJen says

    April 23, 2019 at 4:37 am

    Does the nutritional info include the optional topping?

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    • Avatar for Support @ Minimalist BakerSupport @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 23, 2019 at 9:58 am

      No, it does not.

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  46. Avatar for AgataAgata says

    April 23, 2019 at 1:36 am

    Yummy!! I didn’t have any useful flour for this but made without and they are delicious! Thanks Dana ?

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 25, 2019 at 4:57 pm

      Thanks, Agata!

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  47. Avatar for CandiceCandice says

    April 22, 2019 at 7:05 pm

    Yum! We used cashews and rolled them in shredded coconut. A bit sweet for our tastes, I would cut back on the dates next round. Super easy and very satisfying.

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 25, 2019 at 4:57 pm

      Thanks for sharing, Candice!

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  48. Avatar for Faith ClairFaith Clair says

    April 22, 2019 at 4:01 pm

    Mine came out tasting like pumpkin pie! I used all of the recommended almond flour and they still didn’t quite “dry” up enough like cake however they are soft and delicious

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 25, 2019 at 4:58 pm

      Interesting! Thanks for sharing, Faith. I’d say more coconut flour next time. Coconut adds that “cakey” flavor.

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  49. Avatar for Elizabeth BradleyElizabeth Bradley says

    April 22, 2019 at 3:39 pm

    Hello Dana,

    I’d like to know if it is possible to use ” Bob’s Red Mill, Gluten Free 1:1 Baking Flour ” as this is what I have in the house and I”m allergic to Almonds and Almond Flour & don’t like the taste of coconut. ie : coconut flour ? I also have Celiac Disease.
    My I just say also that I think your website is the greatest. I love the fact that the recipes are of limited ingredients and made in 30 minutes or less.
    Thank you,
    Beth Bradley

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 25, 2019 at 4:59 pm

      Hi Beth, if you don’t like the taste of coconut flour I’d still beg it’s worth a shot as it adds that “cakey” flavor. However, if not, I’d say oats would be your next best bet OR a GF blend, such as BRM 1:1.

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  50. Avatar for DyanaDyana says

    April 22, 2019 at 8:46 am

    Could I add protein powder? If so, would you sub it for the coconut flour?

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 22, 2019 at 6:22 pm

      I wouldn’t sub all of it for protein powder, but up to half, yes! Let us know how it goes!

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  51. Avatar for MombakesMombakes says

    April 22, 2019 at 7:22 am

    Looks yummy, I have everything except food processor! Can these be made any other way?

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 22, 2019 at 6:22 pm

      A blender would likely work! Or, if you very finely chop things that could also work.

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  52. Avatar for BarbBarb says

    April 22, 2019 at 4:00 am

    Could you sub out flour for a vegan pea protein?

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 22, 2019 at 6:22 pm

      I think so, yes!

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  53. Avatar for Lallie PillayLallie Pillay says

    April 21, 2019 at 11:05 pm

    Hi
    This is an amazing recipe
    Healthy and yummy.

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 22, 2019 at 6:22 pm

      Thanks, Lallie!

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  54. Avatar for Jordan LeighJordan Leigh says

    April 21, 2019 at 8:35 pm

    These look absolutely perfect!! I love carrot cake with all my heart. Do you think a vita mix would work instead of a food processor?

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 22, 2019 at 6:23 pm

      I think so, although I have had issues with dates in my vitamix in the past. Just go slow and don’t add too much at once! And please make sure your dates are fresh and pitted.

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  55. Avatar for Patricia A. McClainPatricia A. McClain says

    April 21, 2019 at 7:06 pm

    What if you want it baked? Can you still bake them?

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 22, 2019 at 6:23 pm

      You could, but that would only dry them out.

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  56. Avatar for JaniceJanice says

    April 21, 2019 at 6:22 pm

    Do you have any suggestions on how to make these without a tree nut base? We have an allergy household :(

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 22, 2019 at 6:23 pm

      I would suggest a mix of sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, and desiccated or flaked coconut.

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  57. Avatar for MichelleMichelle says

    April 21, 2019 at 4:36 pm

    Do you have an alternative ingredient for dates?

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 22, 2019 at 6:24 pm

      Figs, raisins, or sub cashew butter and sweeten to taste with maple syrup.

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  58. Avatar for melina zweerusmelina zweerus says

    April 21, 2019 at 2:21 pm

    Next time I will make smaller bites (more than 16) because they are quite dense and filling.

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 22, 2019 at 6:24 pm

      Great note!

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  59. Avatar for melina zweerusmelina zweerus says

    April 21, 2019 at 2:14 pm

    Good structure, spicy and chewy

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 22, 2019 at 6:24 pm

      Thanks, Melina!

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  60. Avatar for KamwickKamwick says

    April 21, 2019 at 2:04 pm

    You had me at “soft, runny coconut butter” ?

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 22, 2019 at 6:24 pm

      lol

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  61. Avatar for Karen EmbreeKaren Embree says

    April 21, 2019 at 1:28 pm

    I’m curious if you can use carrot pulp leftover from juicing instead of grated carrots…would it make it too dry.

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 22, 2019 at 6:24 pm

      Potentially, but I actually think that would work fine! It will likely be more dry, so just add less coconut flour as needed. Let us know how it goes!

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  62. Avatar for AbbeyTronAbbeyTron says

    April 21, 2019 at 12:58 pm

    Hi, how do you suspect whole wheat flower would do here? Also, thanks for adding alt tags to your photos. As someone who is blind and uses a screen reader, it’s greatly appreciated:)

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 22, 2019 at 6:25 pm

      Of course! Glad that’s helpful. As for whole wheat flour, I wouldn’t suggest eating raw flour (it can be hard to digest). So perhaps a mix of oat, almond, and/or coconut flour would work. And I also think protein powder could work as well. Hope that helps!

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  63. Avatar for LorilLoril says

    April 21, 2019 at 12:30 pm

    I just made the cake version of this recipe for Easter. Oh my, what a hit! Everyone loved it. Seriously amazing. We frosted with the cashew frosting. Perfect! Thanks you are a great inspiration to healthy and yummy eating!

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    • Avatar for Support @ Minimalist BakerSupport @ Minimalist Baker says

      April 22, 2019 at 9:00 am

      Thanks so much for the lovely review, Loril! xo

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