Description
These no-bake pumpkin protein balls are a nutritious and delicious snack, perfect for a quick energy boost any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 scoop protein powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: chocolate chips, nuts, or seeds for added texture
Instructions
- Combine the pumpkin puree, nut butter, and sweetener in a medium mixing bowl until smooth.
- Stir in the rolled oats, protein powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well mixed.
- Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if desired for an added crunch.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set before storing or serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Freeze for up to three months with parchment paper in between layers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pumpkin protein balls, healthy snacks, no-bake recipe, gluten-free, vegan snacks