Description
These Pumpkin Protein Balls are a perfectly balanced, no-bake snack packed with wholesome ingredients like almond butter, canned pumpkin, and protein powder. They combine the sweet warmth of pumpkin pie spice with the rich taste of vanilla protein and chocolate chips, making them an ideal on-the-go energy boost or post-workout treat. Easy to prepare and chill, these nutrient-dense bites are both satisfying and delicious.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup no salt added creamy drippy almond butter
- ⅓ cup canned pumpkin
- ½ cup honey
Dry Ingredients
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- Salt, to taste
- 1 ½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
Add-ins
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the almond butter, canned pumpkin, cinnamon, honey, vanilla protein powder, rolled oats, salt, and pumpkin pie spice. Use a rubber spatula to stir well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined into a consistent mixture.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the mini chocolate chips into the batter to evenly distribute them without breaking the chips.
- Form Balls: Using a cookie scoop or your hands, portion out the mixture into approximately 26 equal-sized balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a clean surface.
- Chill to Set: Refrigerate the pumpkin protein balls until they are firm to the touch, about 1 to 2 hours. Once firm, you can store them in a ziplock bag in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- Use no salt added almond butter to control sodium levels.
- Canned pumpkin adds moisture and a seasonal flavor; avoid pumpkin pie filling as it contains added sugar and spices.
- The protein powder can be vanilla flavored whey or a plant-based alternative depending on dietary preference.
- Mini chocolate chips add sweetness and texture; you can substitute with chopped nuts or dried fruit if desired.
- Chilling is essential to help the protein balls hold their shape before storing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pumpkin protein balls, no bake protein snacks, healthy pumpkin recipes, protein energy bites, almond butter pumpkin snack
