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Pumpkin Protein Balls: Easy No-Bake Healthy Snack

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These Pumpkin Protein Balls are soft, chewy, no-bake snacks made with pumpkin puree, oats, protein powder, nut butter, and warm pumpkin spices. They’re perfect for meal prep, healthy snacking, post-workout fuel, or quick breakfasts.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 16 protein balls 1x
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Blended / No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
  • 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/4 cup natural almond butter or peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: mini chocolate chips, chopped pecans, walnuts, shredded coconut, pumpkin seeds, or dried cranberries

Instructions

  1. Mix the oats, protein powder, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, chia seeds, flaxseed, and salt in a large bowl.
  2. Add the pumpkin puree, almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
  3. Stir until a thick dough forms, adjusting with extra oats or pumpkin puree if needed.
  4. Fold in any optional mix-ins.
  5. Refrigerate the mixture for 15 minutes.
  6. Roll into 1-inch balls using a cookie scoop or tablespoon.
  7. Place on a parchment-lined tray and chill for another 20 to 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
  • Natural nut butter provides the best texture.
  • Adjust the consistency depending on your protein powder.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
  • Freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Great for meal prep and post-workout snacks.

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