Description
Pumpkin protein balls are a healthy, no-bake snack packed with protein, fiber, and natural sweetness. Perfect for a quick energy boost, these bites are made with simple ingredients like pumpkin puree, oats, and protein powder.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, pumpkin puree, protein powder, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Add the maple syrup and stir until the mixture is fully combined.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls using your hands.
- Place the protein balls on a plate lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.
- Enjoy your pumpkin protein balls as a healthy snack!
Notes
- If the mixture is too dry, add more maple syrup or pumpkin puree.
- If the mixture is too wet, add more oats or protein powder.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week, or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg