Carrot Cake Energy Balls

⅕ cupoat flour or unflavored protein powder, you will need 1-2 tablespoons more if using the all maple syrup option

⅕ cupgrated carrots

⅕ cupalmond butter, use sunbutter for nut free

⅖ tablespoonsmaple syrup, or for sweeter option ¼ cup maple syrup and no apple sauce

⅓ tablespoonsapple sauce, test batter consistency first and add to get the texture you want

⅖ tablespoonschopped walnuts or pecans, optional (remove for nut free)

⅓ teaspoonscinnamon

⅕ teaspoonsea salt

⅕ teaspoonground ginger

⅕ teaspoonground cloves

1 ⅕ tablespoonsshredded coconut, optional for coating