No Bake Pumpkin Protein Balls (Print Version)
Protein-packed spiced pumpkin bites with oats and warm fall flavors, ready in 15 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
03 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
07 - 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
08 - 1/3 cup natural almond butter or peanut butter
09 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Optional Mix-ins
11 - 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped pecans or walnuts
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, protein powder, chia seeds, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution of spices and seeds.
02 - Add the pumpkin puree, almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir vigorously until a thick, cohesive dough forms throughout the bowl.
03 - Fold in chocolate chips and nuts if desired, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
04 - Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the mixture into 12 evenly sized balls, applying gentle pressure to maintain shape.
05 - Arrange the balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
06 - Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for up to 3 months.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- They taste like fall grabbed your hand and said lets snack on something good
- My kids actually asked for seconds, which is basically a miracle
02 -
- If your dough is too sticky, add more oats or protein powder a tablespoon at a time
- Too dry means more pumpkin or nut butter until you reach that perfect rollable consistency
03 -
- Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes before rolling, it makes everything less sticky
- Slightly damp hands help prevent the dough from sticking while you roll