Description
Delicious and nutritious Pumpkin Protein Balls perfect for after-school snacks or a quick energy boost before a workout.
Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup pumpkin purée
- 1/2 cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
- 2–3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, pumpkin purée, nut butter, honey, protein powder, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Mix until all ingredients are thoroughly combined. If the mixture seems too dry, add a bit more pumpkin or nut butter. If it’s too sticky, incorporate additional oats or protein powder.
- Using a tablespoon, scoop out the mixture and roll it into small balls. Place them on a parchment-lined tray.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.
- Once chilled, store your Pumpkin Protein Balls in an airtight container for snacking later on.
Notes
Feel free to substitute nut butter for seed butter for a nut-free option. These can be paired with Greek yogurt and fruit for breakfast or enjoyed as a pre-workout snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American