Description
These Pumpkin Protein Balls are a nutritious and delicious snack perfect for fall or anytime you need a quick energy boost. Packed with oats, protein powder, almond butter, and pumpkin puree, they provide a balanced combination of protein, healthy fats, and fiber. Naturally sweetened with raw honey, these no-bake treats are easy to make, customizable with various mix-ins, and great for meal prep or on-the-go snacking.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats (gluten free if desired)
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup raw honey (substitute maple syrup for vegan option)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, pumpkin pie spice, almond butter, pumpkin puree, and raw honey until a consistent dough forms.
- Scoop and Shape: Using a small cookie scoop, portion out approximately 24 small balls from the mixture. Use your hands to roll each scoop into a smooth ball and place them on a plate or tray.
- Freeze to Set: Place the tray with the rolled balls into the freezer for 10 minutes to firm up before serving or storing.
Notes
- For a peanut butter substitute, use almond butter, sunbutter, cashew butter, or your preferred nut/seed butter.
- Omit oats to make a low-carb version, but consider adding extra protein powder if the mixture is too moist.
- Mix-in ideas include chocolate chips, chopped pecans, toasted coconut flakes, or your favorite seeds for added texture and flavor.
- Store pumpkin protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze them in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pumpkin protein ball
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 4.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
