Healthy Pumpkin Protein Balls Recipe: Easy, Delicious Energy Boost
These Healthy Pumpkin Protein Balls are a perfect easy snack packed with nutrients and flavor, ideal for an energy boost.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 balls 1x
- Category: Snacks
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, rolled oats, protein powder, almond butter, honey, pumpkin spice, and salt until well combined.
- If using, fold in the chocolate chips.
- Refrigerate the mixture for about 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Once chilled, scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll them into balls.
- Place the energy balls in a container and keep them in the refrigerator.
Notes
- These protein balls can be stored in the fridge for up to a week.
- Customize by adding nuts or seeds for added texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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