Carrot Cake Ball Truffles
Carrot Cake Ball Truffles are a scrumptious, no-bake dessert that transforms the classic flavors of carrot cake into delightful bite-sized treats. These luscious truffles combine the natural sweetness of fresh carrots with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, all enveloped in a creamy texture from cream cheese. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a sweet snack, these truffles are easy to make and customizable to suit various tastes. Indulge in a burst of flavor with each bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (toasted if desired)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes (for coating)
Instructions
- Grate fresh carrots and finely chop walnuts.
- In a large bowl, mix grated carrots, oats, walnuts, cinnamon, nutmeg, maple syrup, and softened cream cheese until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate the mixture for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll them into balls.
- Coat each ball in coconut flakes until fully covered.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: - For a vegan option, substitute cream cheese with a plant-based alternative. - Add raisins or dried cranberries for extra sweetness and texture. - Experiment with different coatings like crushed graham crackers or cocoa powder for variety.