Description
These Pumpkin Spice Protein Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack perfect for fall or anytime you need a quick energy boost. Packed with rolled oats, protein powder, pumpkin puree, and warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, they’re naturally sweetened with maple syrup and optionally studded with mini chocolate chips. No baking is required, making them easy to prepare and perfect for on-the-go snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 scoop (30g) vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup nut butter (almond or peanut)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ginger
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Mix until all dry ingredients are well blended.
- Add wet ingredients: Add the pumpkin puree, nut butter, and maple syrup to the dry ingredients. Stir vigorously until the mixture becomes sticky but manageable for rolling.
- Fold in chocolate chips: If using, gently fold the mini chocolate chips into the mixture evenly without breaking them up.
- Shape into balls: Roll small portions of the mixture into balls about one inch in diameter, ensuring they are compact and hold together.
- Chill to set: Place the protein balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute nut butter with sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
- These protein balls store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For added texture and nutrition, consider adding chia seeds or flaxseeds.
- To make them vegan, ensure your protein powder is plant-based and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- If you prefer sweeter bites, increase the maple syrup by one to two tablespoons.
