Pumpkin Protein Balls: Easy Energy Bites for a Healthy Treat
These Pumpkin Protein Balls are a healthy and delicious snack, perfect for an energy boost throughout the day.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 20 balls 1x
- Category: Snacks
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup nut butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 scoop protein powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
- In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, nut butter, and honey.
- Mix in the rolled oats, protein powder, and cinnamon until well combined.
- If desired, fold in dark chocolate chips.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
Notes
- These energy bites can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite mix-ins like nuts or dried fruits.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Protein Balls, energy bites, healthy snack