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Pumpkin Energy Balls

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Pumpkin Energy Balls are no-bake, bite-sized snacks made with pumpkin purée, oats, nut butter, and warm spices. Perfect for fall snacking, they’re healthy, naturally sweetened, and easy to make in just minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1/2 cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp ground flaxseed or chia seeds
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or dried cranberries

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix oats, flaxseed or chia seeds, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
  2. Add pumpkin purée, nut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
  3. Stir until a thick, sticky dough forms. Adjust consistency with more oats or nut butter as needed.
  4. Fold in optional add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
  5. Roll mixture into 1-inch balls using your hands or a cookie scoop.
  6. Place on a plate or baking sheet and chill in the fridge for 20–30 minutes.
  7. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Notes

  • Use certified gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version.
  • For a protein boost, add a scoop of protein powder.
  • Sunflower seed butter or tahini can be used for a nut-free option.
  • Freeze for up to 2 months and thaw as needed.

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