Description
These Healthy Pumpkin Protein Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack that combines the flavors of pumpkin and warm spices with a protein boost. Perfect for a quick energy bite or a post-workout treat, these no-bake balls are easy to make, packed with wholesome ingredients, and naturally sweetened.
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 they are evenly mixed. This ensures that the dry ingredients are well distributed before adding the wet ingredients.
- Combine All Ingredients: Add the pumpkin puree, almond butter, and maple syrup to the bowl with the dry mixture. Mix everything until combined, forming a cohesive dough. If the mixture seems too dry, you can add a splash of milk or water to help it come together.
- Shape the Protein Balls: Line a large plate with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Using your hands, take portions of the dough and form them into 18 small balls. Place each ball onto the lined plate as you go.
- Refrigerate and Firm Up: Once all the dough has been shaped into balls, place the plate in the refrigerator. Allow the pumpkin protein balls to chill for at least 30 minutes. This will help them firm up and hold their shape.
- Serve and Store: After the pumpkin protein balls have firmed up, they are ready to enjoy as a snack. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage. Enjoy your healthy and delicious treat!
Notes
- You can substitute almond butter with any nut or seed butter of your preference.
- For a vegan option, ensure your protein powder is plant-based.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more oat or coconut flour to make it easier to handle.
- These protein balls can be stored in the fridge for up to one week or frozen for up to three months.
- Add a splash of milk or water if the mixture feels too dry to form balls easily.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 protein ball (approx. 25g)
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 35 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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