Pumpkin Protein Balls Recipe
These Pumpkin Protein Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack made with rolled oats, pumpkin puree, and protein powder, flavored with pumpkin pie spice and sweetened naturally. They are perfect for a quick energy boost or a healthy treat, requiring no baking and only minimal preparation time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 24 protein balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats (gluten free if desired)
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup raw honey (sub maple syrup for vegan)
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 (or maple syrup) until all ingredients are fully incorporated and form a sticky dough.
- Form Balls: Using a small cookie scoop, portion out about 24 small balls. Roll each portion between your hands to shape them into smooth, round balls, then place them on a plate.
- Freeze: Place the plate with the protein balls in the freezer for about 10 minutes to firm them up before serving or storing.
Notes
- Use gluten-free oats to make this recipe gluten free.
- For a vegan option, substitute raw honey with maple syrup.
- Store the protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freezer for longer storage.
- Adjust the texture by adding a little more pumpkin puree or almond butter if the mixture is too dry.
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