Description
These No-Bake Healthy Pumpkin Pie Energy Balls are a perfect quick and nutritious snack featuring the warm flavors of pumpkin pie spice combined with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, almond butter, and flaxseed. Naturally gluten-free and vegetarian, they are perfect for a healthy energy boost anytime, especially during the fall season.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
- 1/3 cup canned pumpkin purée
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond butter, pumpkin purée, honey or maple syrup, ground flaxseed, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the mixture is thoroughly combined and sticks together.
- Add Optional Mix-ins: Fold in mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts if you want some extra texture and flavor.
- Chill the Mixture: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for 20 to 30 minutes. This chilling step helps the mixture to firm up, making it easier to roll into balls.
- Form Energy Balls: Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the chilled mixture into approximately 1-inch balls.
- Store Properly: Place the energy balls in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator. They will keep fresh for up to one week.
Notes
- If the mixture feels too sticky or wet to roll, gradually add more rolled oats or ground flaxseed until it reaches a workable consistency.
- For an added protein boost, mix in a tablespoon of your favorite protein powder with the dry ingredients.
- You can substitute almond butter with peanut butter or any nut/seed butter of your choice.
- Store energy balls in the freezer for longer preservation; thaw briefly before eating.
