Carrot Bites A Raw Gluten Free Treat

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These tasty carrot bites are nice to keep in the refrigerator for when you want a quick bite of something sweet, or need a little pick-me-up between meals or after a workout. Found this recipe on a blog called daily bites http://www.dailybitesblog.com/2010/04/15/carrot-cake-bites/. These little bites can be stored in the refrigerator for 5 days.

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Steps

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In a food processor fitted with the s-blade , process carrots untill finely ground.

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Remove and set aside.

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Process the walnuts and cashews in the food processor until finely ground.

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Add the dates and process until finely chopped and incorporated into the nuts.

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Add the reserved carrots , ginger , cinnamon , orange zest and process until dough forms.

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Shape the mixture into 15-18 small balls.

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Roll in sesame seeds or shredded coconut to coat.

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Refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

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Can be refrigerated for up to 5 days.

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Ingredients

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carrots, walnuts, raw cashews, dates, fresh ginger, cinnamon, orange, zest of, sesame seeds, unsweetened dried shredded coconut