Description
These No Bake Pumpkin Spice Energy Balls are a delicious and healthy snack packed with gluten-free oats, pumpkin puree, and warm pumpkin pie spice. Perfect for a quick energy boost, they combine wholesome ingredients like almond butter, chia seeds, and dates without any baking required, making them an easy and nutritious treat for fall or anytime you need a flavorful snack.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups gluten free rolled oats
- 1/4 cup ground flax seed
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 cup dry dates
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 2 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 3/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup water
Optional
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add rolled oats, dates, ground flax seed, chia seeds, almond butter, pumpkin puree, vanilla protein powder, and pumpkin pie spice into a food processor. Pulse until the dates are finely diced and the mixture begins to stick together.
- Add Water: Pour in 1/4 cup of water and pulse again until the mixture reaches a sticky consistency suitable for forming balls.
- Mix Cranberries (Optional): Transfer the pumpkin mixture to a medium bowl, then fold in dried cranberries if using.
- Form Balls: Shape the mixture into small 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill: Cover the balls and refrigerate them for 2 hours to set properly.
- Serve: Enjoy the energy balls straight from the fridge as a nutritious snack.
Notes
- These energy balls can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- You can substitute almond butter with peanut butter or any other nut butter of choice.
- For added crunch, try mixing in some chopped nuts or seeds.
- If you prefer them sweeter, add a touch of maple syrup or honey to the mixture.
- Make sure to use gluten-free oats if you require a gluten-free snack.
- These energy balls are great for a quick breakfast or pre/post workout snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American