Pumpkin Energy Balls No Bake Snack Recipe
These Pumpkin Energy Balls are a wholesome no-bake snack packed with pumpkin puree, oats, and almond butter. They offer a delicious and nutritious blend of flavors with a hint of pumpkin pie spice and mini chocolate chips, perfect for a quick energy boost or healthy treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 energy balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/3 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix the rolled oats, ground flaxseed, pumpkin pie spice, and a pinch of salt to evenly distribute the spices and flaxseed.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the pumpkin puree, almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract to the dry mixture.
- Mix Until Sticky Dough Forms: Stir everything together thoroughly until the mixture is well combined and forms a sticky, cohesive dough.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the mini chocolate chips into the dough to evenly distribute them without melting.
- Form Balls: Use your hands or a small cookie scoop to shape the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place the balls on a tray lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate: Chill the energy balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow them to set. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
- Use maple syrup for a vegan-friendly option instead of honey.
- You can substitute almond butter with peanut butter or any other nut/seed butter of your choice.
- If you prefer, add chopped nuts or dried fruit for extra texture.
- Store energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- These are great as a grab-and-go snack or a pre/post workout boost.
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