Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Protein Balls. Perfect for busy mornings or a quick pick-me-up, these protein-packed snacks combine creamy peanut butter, hearty oats, and aromatic spices to fuel your day without the guilt. Easy to prepare and delightful to share, they’re a nutritious treat that will leave everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned)
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup protein powder (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your kitchen counter.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, protein powder (if using), cinnamon, and any additional dry spices. Mix well.
- Add pumpkin puree, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until a thick batter forms.
- Using your hands, scoop about one tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into small balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the balls in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (25g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg