“My son loves raw carrot muffin batter, so I came up with the idea of ​​creating these energy balls that evoke that unique taste, but in a safe, nutritious, and school-perfect version.” – Marilyn

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A delicious and nutritious snack

These energy balls are inspired by the famous raw carrot muffin batter, but adapted to be a healthy, simple, and quick snack. They offer the comforting taste of muffins, without baking, and are ideal for school lunches or on-the-go snacks.

📋 Summary
🔍 Information	Details
⏱️ Preparation time	10 minutes
🍳 Cooking time	None
⏲️ Total time	10 minutes + 30 minutes rest
🔧 Difficulty level	Very easy
🍽️ Portions	12
🔥 Calories (approximate)	90 per ball

Ingredients
1 cup of quick-cooking rolled oats ½ cup finely grated carrots (pressed to remove excess water) ¼ cup almond butter (or sunflower, or pumpkin seed for a nut-free version) 2 tablespoons of maple syrup 1 tablespoon of maple sugar 2 tablespoons of ground flax seeds ½ tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp ground allspice ¼ tsp ground ginger (optional) 1 pinch of salt

Instructions
Preparing the dough: Mix the oats, carrots, flax seeds, maple sugar, spices and salt in a bowl. Add the nut or seed butter, maple syrup and vanilla. Mix until you get a slightly sticky dough. Shaping: Form small balls with your hands. Refrigeration: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conservation

• 1 week in the refrigerator
• 2 to 3 months in the freezer

Tips and variations

• For school snacks: favour seed butters (sunflower or pumpkin) to avoid allergies.
• For a chocolatey touch: replace the maple sugar with 1 tbsp of unsweetened cocoa.
• To vary the texture: add 1 tbsp of grated coconut.

Nutritional Information per Serving
Nutrient	Quantity
Calories	90 kcal
Proteins	2 g
Carbohydrates	9 g
Sugars	4 g
Fibers	2 g
Lipids	6 g
Saturated fatty acids	0.5 g
Sodium	20 mg
Health rating	9/10 Key features: Low in sugar, high in fiber and no cooking required. Ideal for school lunches!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can these energy balls be frozen?

Yes! They freeze very well for up to 3 months in an airtight container. Let them thaw for a few minutes before enjoying them.

Can grated carrots be substituted?

Yes, you can replace them with grated courgette (well squeezed to remove the water) or even cooked and mashed sweet potato for a milder version.

Are these balls really sweet?

They are naturally sweetened with maple syrup and maple sugar. If you want a stronger maple flavor, add an extra tablespoon of maple sugar.

Can they be made without nuts?

Absolutely! Substitute sunflower or pumpkin seed butter for almond butter. It's a great alternative for school.

Can other spices be used?

Allspice gives carrot muffins their typical flavor, but you can also use a mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves if you don't have any on hand.

🤔 Did you know? | Children's favorite root vegetables as a sweet snack
Some root vegetables work wonderfully in desserts and snacks. Here's how children enjoy them in sweet recipes: 🥕 Carrot 🍠 Sweet potato 🥔 Potato 🌰 Parsnips 🍠 Beetroot