Description
Delicious no-bake pumpkin spice protein balls that provide a healthy energy boost and celebrate fall flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Optional: Chocolate chips, chopped nuts, dried fruit
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond butter, pumpkin puree, honey or maple syrup, protein powder, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir well until fully blended.
- Assess the texture; if it’s too dry, gradually add more pumpkin puree or honey/maple syrup. If it’s too wet, incorporate additional oats or protein powder until the mixture holds together.
- With a small cookie scoop or your hands, roll the mixture into bite-sized balls, placing them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm them up.
- Once chilled, transfer to an airtight container, storing them in the fridge.
Notes
For a nut-free version, use sunbutter instead of almond butter. Ensure protein powder is plant-based for a vegan option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American