Description
Pumpkin Protein Balls are the perfect blend of autumn flavors and muscle-fueling nutrition. These delightful bites offer a soft, chewy texture with warm spices that evoke cozy fall afternoons. Packed with protein and wholesome ingredients, they make an ideal quick snack for busy days or a guilt-free post-workout treat. With minimal prep time, you can whip up a batch and enjoy them any time you need an energy boost!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 scoop (30g) vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin purée
- 1/4 cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 2 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter to streamline the process.
- In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, protein powder, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice until combined.
- Fold in the canned pumpkin purée, nut butter, and honey or maple syrup until sticky but manageable.
- Add chia seeds or flaxseeds; mix well. Optionally, toss in chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes to make rolling easier.
- Roll into bite-sized balls and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg