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Pumpkin Protein Balls: Easy No-Bake High-Protein Snack

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

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
  • 1/3 cup 100% pumpkin puree
  • 1/4 cup natural almond butter
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 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 dark chocolate chips, chopped pecans, walnuts, shredded coconut, pumpkin seeds, raisins, dried cranberries, hemp hearts

Instructions

  1. Combine 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 and stir until a thick dough forms.
  3. If needed, adjust the consistency by adding more pumpkin puree or oats.
  4. Fold in any optional mix-ins.
  5. Refrigerate the mixture for 15 minutes.
  6. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined tray.
  7. Chill for another 20 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use 100% pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
  • Natural almond butter gives the best texture.
  • Different protein powders absorb moisture differently, so adjust the dough as needed.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
  • Freeze for up to 3 months.
  • These are perfect for meal prep and lunchboxes.

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