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Description
Enjoy these easy, no-bake pumpkin protein balls, perfect for a healthy seasonal snack. Packed with protein and flavor, they are ideal for meal prep and satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1/4 cup protein powder (vanilla or pumpkin spice flavor)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl.
- Mix until well combined. The mixture should be slightly sticky.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the protein balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- For a vegan option, ensure your protein powder is vegan and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free rolled oats.
- Adjust sweetness to your preference by adding a little more or less maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: Approx. 100-120
- Sugar: Approx. 5-7g
- Sodium: Approx. 50mg
- Fat: Approx. 6-8g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 1-2g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 5-6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 10-12g
- Fiber: Approx. 1-2g
- Protein: Approx. 5-7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg