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Delicious Pumpkin Protein Balls Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 50 protein balls
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Pumpkin Protein Balls are a quick and nutritious no-bake snack, perfect for on-the-go energy boosts. Made with oats, peanut butter, pumpkin, and warm pumpkin spice, they are packed with protein and fiber, and require only 10 minutes of prep time. Ideal for a healthy snack or post-workout fuel.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups old fashioned oats, divided
  • 1/4 cup flaxseed
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin spice
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (more if desired)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup canned pumpkin
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Blend oats: Place 1 cup of the old fashioned oats into a blender and pulse until they break into smaller pieces, but not so much that they become a fine flour. This helps create a better texture for the protein balls.
  2. Mix ingredients: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the 1 cup of pulsed oats with the remaining 1 1/2 cups of whole oats. Add the peanut butter, canned pumpkin, honey, vanilla extract, flaxseed, chia seeds, pumpkin spice, and mini chocolate chips. Optionally, add protein powder to increase protein content. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
  3. Scoop: Using a mini cookie scoop, portion out the mixture into small balls and place them onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a casserole dish.
  4. Chill: Refrigerate the scooped balls for a short period to help them firm up and hold their shape before freezing or longer chilling.
  5. Freeze or chill: Store the prepared protein balls in the freezer or refrigerator until you are ready to eat. They can be kept frozen for extended storage or refrigerated for quick access.

Notes

  • You can add protein powder for extra protein boost.
  • These protein balls are perfect for a quick snack or post-workout energy.
  • Store in an airtight container in the freezer or refrigerator.
  • Adjust the amount of pumpkin spice to taste.
  • Mini chocolate chips can be substituted with dried fruits or nuts for variation.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/delicious-pumpkin-protein-balls-recipe/