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Carrot Cake Pops

These pops are designed with gentle fibres and healthy fats to support stable blood sugar, balanced hormones, and digestive comfort. They are free from gluten, dairy, and refined sugars, making them suitable as a wholesome snack.

Ingredients (Makes 12 pops)

Base

  • 1 cup finely grated carrot (squeezed dry — improves digestion)
  • ¾ cup blanched almond flour
  • ¼ cup tigernut flour (low-FODMAP, gut-supportive prebiotic)
  • 2 pasture-raised eggs
  • ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce (low-FODMAP portion)
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil or ghee-free avocado oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

 Spices

  • 1 tsp cinnamon (blood sugar balance)
  • ½ tsp ginger (gut motility & inflammation)
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg (adrenal support)
  • Pinch sea salt

Sweetening (choose ONE)

  • 2–3 tbsp monk fruit (preferred for gut healing)
  • OR 2 tbsp very finely chopped dates (omit for strict low-FODMAP)

Leavening

  • 1 tsp gluten-free baking powder

Gut-Healing Binder

  • 2–3 tbsp unsweetened coconut yoghurt

Yoghurt Coating

  • ¾ cup thick unsweetened coconut yoghurt
  • 1 tbsp coconut cream
  • Optional: pinch cinnamon or vanilla

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F
  2. Mix all ingredients until combined
  3. Bake in lined tin 18–22 minutes
  4. Cool completely
  5. Crumble, add yoghurt slowly until dough forms
  6. Roll into balls, freeze 20–30 minutes
  7. Dip into yoghurt coating
  8. Chill until set

Optional Toppings

  • Crushed pumpkin seeds 
  • Coconut flakes
  • Cacao nibs 

Nutrition

  • Calories 115 kcal
  • Protein 4 g
  • Fat 9 g
  • Carbohydrates (Total) 7 g
  • Net Carbohydrates 4 g
  • Fibre 3 g

Notes:

  • Carrot should be finely grated and well-squeezed to prevent excess moisture and improve digestion
  • Coconut yoghurt should be thick/Greek-style for best binding
  • If mixture feels too soft, chill 10 minutes before rolling
  • Monk fruit keeps recipe low-glycaemic; dates increase carbs and FODMAP load
  • Pops can be stored frozen up to 2 weeks; keep chilled once coated for best texture
  • Best served slightly chilled (not fully frozen) for optimal flavour and digestion

Dr. Patel

Dr. Patel is deeply passionate about medical research and helping her patients improve their daily routines, reduce symptoms, and enhance overall health.

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