Description

These Healthy Pumpkin Protein Balls are a no-bake, nutrient-packed snack perfect for grab-and-go energy boosts. Combining creamy pumpkin puree with warm spices, dates, rolled oats, chia seeds, and protein powder, they offer a delightful fall-inspired flavor that’s both filling and satisfying. Made with wholesome, diet-friendly ingredients, these protein balls make for an easy, convenient treat suitable for meal prep and various dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

3/4 cup oat flour
1/2 cup coconut flour
1/2 cup protein powder
1 teaspoon pumpkin spice blend (or cinnamon)

Wet Ingredients

1/2 cup pumpkin puree
2/3 cup almond butter (or any preferred nut or seed butter)
1/2 cup maple syrup

Instructions

Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the oat flour, coconut flour, protein powder, and pumpkin spice blend until evenly mixed. This helps ensure a uniform base before adding wet ingredients.
Combine All Ingredients: Add the pumpkin puree, almond butter, and maple syrup to the dry mixture. Mix thoroughly until a cohesive dough forms. If the mixture is too dry, add a splash of milk or water as needed to reach the desired consistency.
Shape the Protein Balls: Line a large plate with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Using your hands, form the dough into 18 small balls and place them evenly spaced on the lined plate.
Refrigerate and Firm Up: Place the plate in the refrigerator and chill the protein balls for at least 30 minutes. This step helps them firm up and hold their shape better.
Serve and Store: Once firm, enjoy these protein balls as a nutritious snack. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.

Notes

If the mixture feels too dry, add a splash more maple syrup or pumpkin puree, one teaspoon at a time.
Allow nut butter to come to room temperature before mixing to ensure even blending.
Use unflavored or naturally sweetened protein powder to maintain balanced taste.
Chill the mixture for 15-20 minutes before rolling to make shaping easier.
Keep hands slightly damp when rolling to prevent sticking.
You can substitute oat flour with finely blended rolled oats or almond flour and coconut flour with double the amount of almond flour.
Replace maple syrup with honey or agave nectar if preferred.
Use pure pumpkin puree only, not pumpkin pie filling.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

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