Description
Pumpkin Protein Balls are the perfect autumnal snack, combining the sweet, earthy flavor of pumpkin with crunchy nuts and warm spices. These delightful bites are not only easy to make but also offer a nutritional boost, making them ideal for breakfast or a quick pick-me-up. Enjoy them chilled as a satisfying treat that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned)
- 1/2 cup nut butter (almond or peanut)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 scoop (30g) vanilla protein powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts or seeds (walnuts or chia seeds)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop.
- In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, nut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and protein powder until smooth.
- Gradually add oats, chopped nuts, cinnamon, and nutmeg; stir until fully combined.
- Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls, about 1 tablespoon each.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Chill for at least 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (30g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg