Description
A delicious and nutritious no-bake snack featuring the cozy flavors of fall with a protein boost.
Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the old-fashioned oats, pumpkin puree, almond butter, and vanilla protein powder.
- Stir in the chocolate chips along with the cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- If you like it a little sweeter, drizzle in the maple syrup.
- Mix everything until it’s well combined.
- Using your hands, shape the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Arrange the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for approximately 30 minutes to let them firm up.
- Enjoy these delicious Pumpkin Protein Balls as your go-to healthy snack or dessert!
Notes
For added crunch, mix in chopped nuts or seeds. For flavor enhancement, lightly toast the oats before mixing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American