Carrot Bliss Balls

EVENT: FOODIEMONDAY/BLOGHOP
THEME: #276 KIDS TREATS
RECIPE: CARROT BLISS BALLS
Carrot Bliss Balls
Carrot Bliss Balls with flavors from ginger and cinnamon. Nuts, seeds, coconut, turmeric powder, oats, dates, carrots are added. These balls are not only nutritious but are healthy, full of fiber and free from processed sugar. The natural sweetness comes from the dates.
What are Bliss Balls?
Also known as energy balls or protein balls, these balls are made with ingredients that provide energy. Most ingredients like dates, nuts, other dried fruits are used. Sometimes other ingredients like seeds, oats, healthy flour, protein powder, healthy powders like maca, spirulina, baobab, ashwagandha, etc are added. It all depends on what one requires from the energy balls. They make ideal snack option, perfect for kids lunch boxes and also great as an energy booster after a workout.
Some more Bliss Balls/ Energy Balls you may want to check out
- Beetroot Energy Balls – made from cooked beetroot and other energy providing ingredients.
- Date Coconut Energy Balls – easy to make using dates, coconut and nuts.
- Batheeth – I like to use this traditional Emirati Sweet as energy balls. With roasted wheat flour and dates, they are energy boosting balls.
- Almond, Coconut and Cacao Nib Bites – loaded with nuts and coconut.
- Swaty’s Apricot Fig and Nut Energy Bites are a must checkout. I can imagine how flavorful they must be with fennel seeds added to them.
FoodieMonday/ Bloghop Group
When Swaty who blogs at Food Trails 25, suggested any Kids Treats for a Kids Party. It got me thinking as to when did I last prepare food for a kiddie’s party. Its been ages. Since the kids went off to high school, kids parties at home stopped. It got me thinking of the food we use to prepare for their birthday parties and realized that mostly it was all Indian snacks like kachori, samosa, pattis, etc along with dry snacks like cookies, chakri, farsi puri, sev, etc. Once in a while it would be cucumber tomato sandwiches or jam sandwiches. And of course a cake has to be there and that was dessert. Gulab jamun use to be the other dessert favorite.
Modern Time Kids Parties
However, I hear nowadays kids parties are totally different. One has to take into consideration allergies, food has to be low in sugar, must be nutritious and healthy. More attention is paid for use of fresh vegetables, fruits in whatever is prepared. I believe that if kids are exposed to healthier eating habits from a very young age, they really don’t choose sugary unhealthy foods. Can’t believe when my 4 year old nephew opted for yogurt instead of cake as his choice of dessert.
Here are some Ideas for Kids Party:
- Witches’ Finger Breadsticks – if you’re hosting a Halloween Party. If not just roll the breadsticks into normal sticks. Kids love them with tomato sauce.
- Baked Farsi Puri – can omit green chilis.
- Chikoo/ Sapodilla Kulfi – a perfect dessert option as its contains only a small amount of brown sugar.
- Sev Mumra – most kids love this snack, I know my kids did.
- Beetroot Blueberry Pops – colorful, healthy with no added sugar.
- Mini Vada Pav – is an excellent dish to serve at parties. I prefer using brown bread.
- Moong Paniyaram – healthy and delicious as party bites or starters.
- Beetroot Ammini Kozhukattai – naturally colorful savory party bites.
- Paneer Naan Bites – every kid’s favorite paneer.
- Jaggery Banana Bread – a healthy quick tea bread option
- Mango Yogurt Smoothie – serve healthy fruity and filling drinks
- Banana Frozen Yogurt – perfect dessert option as its sugar free
- Mini Pancake Stacks – kids love these tiny pancakes on a stick
- Chocolate Dipped Frozen Banana – make it more delicious by coating them with nuts, coconut or sprinkles.
- Chocolate Coated Strawberries – absolutely delicious
- Breakfast Muffins – don’t be deceived by the name, these sugar free, healthy muffins can be enjoyed any time of the day. Perfect option for kids parties.
- Banana Peanut Butter and Oats Smoothie – most kids love peanut butter.
My Kids Party Treat – Carrot Bliss Balls
For this theme, I didn’t want to spend too much time in the kitchen because of my severe lower backache and also because it really hot. I opted for Carrot Bliss Balls, as my contribution for kids party. Easy to make and flavorful. With Christmas in mind, can put these out for the Reindeer Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blitzen, Rudolph, Donner instead of plain carrots. Did I mention that they taste like a carrot cake?
Ingredients required for Carrot Bliss Balls
- Fresh Carrots – peeled and chopped into chunks. I used 250g of carrots.
- Dates – Any soft dates of your choice. Measure 200g of pitted dates, i.e. without the seeds. Can also add other dried fruits like apricots, raisins, figs. Measure to make it up to 200g.
- Pumpkin Seeds – or any seeds of your choice
- Cashew Nuts – or any nuts of your choice. Lightly roast them. If kids have nut allergies, replace it with seeds.
- Oats – I used normal quick oats.
- Desiccated Coconut – unsweetened
- Cinnamon Powder
- Ginger Powder – according to your taste
- Turmeric Powder – an excellent immunity booster
Dietary Tips:
- Gluten Free
- Vegan
- Kids Friendly
- Diabetic Friendly

CARROT BLISS BALLS
Ingredients
- 250 g carrots
- 200 g pitted dates (1 cup tightly packed)
- ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
- 1 cup cashew nuts (approx. 150g)
- ½ cup oats
- ½ cup desiccated coconut unsweetened
- 1 tsp cinnamon powder
- ½ - 1 tsp ginger powder
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
COATING OPTIONS
- some desiccated coconut
- some cocoa powder
- some grated dark chocolate
- some sesame seeds roasted
Instructions
- Wash, peel and chop the carrots into chunks.
- Add the chopped carrots to the food processor.
- Process till you get finely minced carrots.
- Add dates, desiccated coconut, nuts, pumpkin seeds, oats, cinnamon powder, ginger powder and turmeric powder.
- Process the mixture till it becomes like a paste.
- Take about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball.
- Repeat the above step with the remaining carrot date mixture.
- Add the coating of your choice into a small plate or saucer.
- Roll the balls in the coating.
- Arrange the carrot bliss balls on a tray and allow them to chill in the fridge for one hour or so.
- Serve when required.
Notes
- Can leave the carrot bliss balls uncoated if you wish.
- Use a coating of your choice.
- Add ginger powder according to your taste.
- Store the bliss balls in an airtight container in the fridge till required.
- These carrot bliss balls will stay fresh in the fridge for at least a week.
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26 Comments
Swati
December 15, 2020 at 4:55 pm
That’s one nutritious, easy to make and cute looking treats for kids. they will surely love these healthy carrot bliss balls.. I loved all your dishes that you mentioned in your post for kids party menu choices..Thanks for this wonderful share in spite of backache and feeling not so well. Hope you feel better soon.
mayurisjikoni
December 15, 2020 at 8:02 pm
Thank you so much Swati, feeling so much better. Am glad you liked my recipes for kids party.
Vasusvegkitchen
December 18, 2020 at 3:47 am
Carrot bliss balls looks very colorful and inviting with different coatings. Its perfect recipe for any party, as it is nutritious and healthy too. Also loved your kids party and bliss balls/energy balls collection a lot. I am book marking this carrot blues balls to try this soon.
mayurisjikoni
December 18, 2020 at 7:12 pm
Thank you so much Aruna, do try them. Tasty and healthy for not only kids but adults too.
Poonam bachhav
December 18, 2020 at 7:18 am
Your carrot bliss balls with all those delicious looking toppings sound absolutely healthy and nutritious. I would involve my son in making these yummilicious treat by letting him choose his own toppings. Would be so much fun !
mayurisjikoni
December 18, 2020 at 7:09 pm
Thank you so much Poonam, and he can also help to roll them as the mixture is not sticky at all.
The Girl Next Door
December 18, 2020 at 8:13 am
I love the sound of these carrot bliss balls! Such a healthy and guilt-free snack this is. We can do so many different types of coatings for these balls. 🙂 I’m sure the bub will enjoy these.
mayurisjikoni
December 18, 2020 at 7:08 pm
Thanks Priya, and yes so many different coatings can be used right from nut powder to chia seeds. Am sure Bub will love them.
Sujata Roy
December 19, 2020 at 5:08 am
Carrot bliss balls sounds so healthy easy to make and delectable. Not only kids I think its also perfect for adults. Loved that its no cook recipe. Perfect for extreme cold and hot weather, you don’t need to spend long hours near stove. Hope you are feeling better now.
mayurisjikoni
December 19, 2020 at 11:14 am
Thank you so much Sujata, you’re so right its perfect healthy sweet option for both kids and adults. In fact my hubby loves them. And thank you, feeling so much better.
Preethicuisine
December 19, 2020 at 11:17 am
These Carrot bliss balls with different coating is Super tempting and inviting . A royal treat for kids party. Hope you are feeling better now. I agree there has been a lot of changes in kids party menu these days. They are more conscious now.
mayurisjikoni
December 19, 2020 at 1:06 pm
Thank you so much Preethi. Feeling much better. Yes these days kids parties are different.
Archana
December 20, 2020 at 10:56 am
Wow these are just awesome! With fresh carrots flooding my fridge these bliss balls are just what the clear fridge operation call for. These can be enjoyed both by kids and adults.
mayurisjikoni
December 20, 2020 at 12:54 pm
Thank you so much Archana, you’re right..in fact my neighbor wants me to make another batch as her kiddo loved them.
NARMADHA
January 10, 2021 at 4:51 pm
I cannot take my eyes off the screen. Not only kids even I will like this delicious treat. Looks absolutely scrumptious and perfect for a kid’s party or any get-together. Bookmarking to try for my kids.
mayurisjikoni
January 12, 2021 at 4:54 pm
Thank you Narmadha. Am sure you kids will love it when you make the bliss balls.
Shobha Keshwani
October 30, 2021 at 5:23 pm
Lovely and healthy recipe Mayuri. As you mentioned these stay good for a week in the refrigerator it is a nice snacking option. We usually have a light brunch and I give my hubby something in between. This is perfect. I will try them out after Diwali.
mayurisjikoni
October 30, 2021 at 6:49 pm
Thank you so much Shobha. I make it sometimes as a healthy sweet treat. Hubby is diabetic but always wants something sweet after lunch or dinner. These carrot bliss balls are perfect as there is no added sugar.
MIna Joshi
October 31, 2021 at 7:22 am
These bliss balls looks delicious. These are so good for anyone with a poor appetite and need something to boost their energy. Your recipe has come at a perfect time when I am making so many variations of no cook energy bars and balls for my husband. I will make these next.
mayurisjikoni
October 31, 2021 at 6:09 pm
Thank you so much Mina, they are perfect as energy boosters and delicious at the same time.
Jayashree T.Rao
November 1, 2021 at 7:04 am
Carrot bliss balls looks so cute and delicious. They are ideal to serve for people of all ages who need some energy providing food. Liked the different options you have given for coating.
mayurisjikoni
November 2, 2021 at 8:55 pm
Thank you so much Jayashree. Yes, it is a nutritious treat for both old and young.
Neha
November 1, 2021 at 3:45 pm
These Carrot Bliss Balls seem a real bliss for kids. They are not only nutritive but also very appealing. The various options for coating make these balls so versatile that it suits to everyone’s likes and taste. Looks so good for a no fire cooking event too.
mayurisjikoni
November 2, 2021 at 8:53 pm
Thank you so much Neha. Nutritious and appealing for kids and adults.
Priya Vj
November 2, 2021 at 6:41 am
Such a cute name..carrot bliss balls…very sure that every bite we savor will be a bliss . Loved the various coating you have used on each of these carrot balls.
mayurisjikoni
November 2, 2021 at 8:53 pm
Thank you so much Priya. Bliss because it truly is a wonderful sweet treat, but guilt free.