Pumpkin Protein Balls Recipe: Easy, Nutritious Treats for All
These pumpkin protein balls are an easy and nutritious treat perfect for any time of the day!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 20 balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup oats
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, protein powder, almond butter, honey, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Add oats and chocolate chips, and stir until evenly distributed.
- Once the mixture is homogeneous, roll into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Once set, store them in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Pumpkin, Protein Balls, Healthy Snacks, Easy Recipes