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Sides & Snacks, Sweet Treats  /  April 10, 2019

Carrot Cake Collagen Bites

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Easter has totally and completely snuck up on me this year. I’m still a little baffled that it is already April! Despite the fact that 2019 has vanished before my eyes, I’m so ready because I love Easter! 

To me, Easter is hands down the most important celebration of the year- the celebration and recognition of Christ’s resurrection. Can I get an amen?! In my opinion, such a special celebration calls for the tastiest of foods. 

Last year, I shared my recipe for Loaded Carrot Cake Muffins for Easter dessert (or breakfast- the secret is safe with me). This recipe is paleo-approved and made with the most-nutritious ingredients. But, because I love carrot cake so much, I decided to create a new carrot cake recipe for Easter 2019: Carrot Cake Collagen Bites. 

Carrot Cake Collagen Bites

These Carrot Cake Collagen Bites are packed with pecans, carrots, coconut, and dates. All the flavors of carrot cake in one, protein-packed, nutrient-dense bite. Breakfast, snack, dessert? I can’t decide.. You tell me! 

I’ve created two different collagen bites in the past: Maple Coconut Cashew Collagen Bites and Cocoa Collagen Energy Bites. Both have been a huge hit! I have to say, collagen is the perfect way to add quality protein to a delicious treat, which is why I frequently use it. If you don’t have any collagen on-hand, I recommend Sports Research Unflavored Collagen, which you can find here on Amazon.

So, why not celebrate the resurrection of Jesus with a tasty treat that nourishes our bodies?! I’ll eat to that ;)

Carrot Cake Collagen Bites

Carrot Cake Collagen Bites

Carrot Cake Collagen Bites

Carrot Cake Collagen Bites

Carrot Cake Collagen Bites

Carrot Cake Collagen Bites
2019-06-04 16:29:52
Yields 15
A paleo-approved Carrot Cake treat made wth dates, pecans, coconut, carrots, and collagen.
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Prep Time
10 min
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10 min
Prep Time
10 min
Total Time
10 min
Ingredients
  1. 5 dates (pitted)
  2. 1/2 cup pecan halves
  3. 1 cup carrots (shredded)
  4. 1 cup unsweetened coconut (shredded)
  5. 2 scoops hydrolyzed collagen
  6. 1 tsp cinnamon
  7. 2 tbs water (add more to increase stickiness)
Instructions
  1. Line a plate or baking tray with parchment paper. Set aside 1/4 cup of shredded coconut.
  2. Place all ingredients in a food processor. Blend until a sticky mixture has formed.
  3. Slightly wet your hands with water to prevent sticking and roll about 1 tbs of mixture between your palms. Once a ball is formed, roll it in the shredded coconut and set on the parchment paper. Repeat for the remaining mixture.
  4. Place the bites in the fridge for at least one hour to set. Transfer to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to one week.
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