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  1. INGREDIENTS:
    1 cup rolled oats (or quick oats)
    2 carrots, chopped
    ¼ cup pecans
    3 Medjool dates, pitted
    2 tbsp almond butter
    1 tsp vanilla extract
    2 tsp cinnamon
    ½ tsp nutmeg
    ¼ tsp salt
    Shredded coconut (for rolling)

    INSTRUCTIONS:
    Soak dry dates in hot water 5-10 minutes, drain & pit
    Add all ingredients to food processor
    Pulse until sticky & crumbly
    Roll into 1-tbsp sized balls
    Roll in shredded coconut & enjoy!

    VARIATIONS:
    Swap pecans for walnuts, almonds, or hazelnuts
    Add raisins for extra sweetness
    Roll in crushed nuts instead of coconut
    Mix in chia seeds or flax meal for extra protein

    ALLERGY SWAPS:
    Nut-Free: Use sunflower seed butter + pumpkin seeds instead of almond butter & pecans
    Coconut-Free: Skip coconut coating or use crushed nuts
    Date Alternative: Use dried figs or apricots

    STORAGE:
    Refrigerate in airtight container up to 1 week. Freeze up to 1 month. Serve chilled for best texture.

    NUTRITION (per ball, makes ~12):
    Calories: 110 | Carbs: 12g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 2g

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