Pumpkin Protein Balls
These pumpkin protein balls are a nutritious and delicious snack, perfect for post-workout energy, kids’ lunchboxes, or a healthy pick-me-up.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if desired)
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almond butter Substitute with peanut butter or sunflower seed butter if desired.
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup raw honey (substitute maple syrup for vegan) Maple syrup can be used for vegan options.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, protein powder, and pumpkin pie spice. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Add in your almond butter, pumpkin puree, and raw honey. Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined.
- With clean hands, take small amounts of the mixture and roll them into balls about 1-inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Once firm, enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Notes
For sweeter protein balls, adjust sweetness with more honey or your favorite sweetener. Experiment with add-ins like dark chocolate chips, nuts, or seeds for added texture and flavor.