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Healthy Pumpkin Protein Balls (No Bake)
These no-bake pumpkin protein balls are a delicious, healthy snack perfect for fall. Packed with protein and flavor, they come together quickly and require no oven.
Ingredients
Dried ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder ((plant-based))
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- ½ cup pure pumpkin puree (NOT pumpkin pie filling)
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- ⅓ cup vegan mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Mix oats, protein powder, and pumpkin pie spice until combined.
- Add pumpkin puree and maple syrup; stir until thick and sticky.
- Fold in chocolate chips (if using).
- Form mixture into balls using a tablespoon; refrigerate 10-15 minutes.
- Enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
Greasing your hands helps shape the balls easily.