No Bake Pumpkin Protein Balls (Printable Version)

Spiced pumpkin and oat energy bites packed with protein and fall flavors

# Ingredient List:

→ 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

# Directions:

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, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
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 until firm to the touch.
06 - Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for up to three months.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • You get all those cozy fall flavors without heating up your apartment or waiting for anything to bake
  • They actually satisfy that afternoon hunger instead of leaving you reaching for more snacks an hour later
  • The texture is somewhere between cookie dough and energy bars which is somehow exactly what you want
02 -
  • The dough consistency varies by brand of protein powder. If yours is too sticky to roll, add another tablespoon of oats or protein powder
  • If the mixture feels dry and crumbly, mix in another teaspoon of pumpkin puree or a tiny bit more nut butter
  • These freeze beautifully for months but wrap them tightly or they will absorb freezer flavors
03 -
  • Use a cookie scoop for uniform sizes that look professional and consistent
  • Roll the balls between slightly damp hands to prevent sticking
  • Let the dough rest for 5 minutes before rolling if it feels too soft

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