Pumpkin Spice Protein Balls

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Fall is here, and you’re craving something sweet and healthy. Pumpkin Spice Protein Balls are the answer! These tasty treats are packed with protein, pumpkin flavor, and fall spices. You can make them in just 10 minutes without baking.

These no-bake bites are perfect for snacking or as a post-workout treat. They’re made with simple ingredients like oats, pumpkin puree, and protein powder. You’ll love how easy they are to make and how yummy they taste!

Exact Ingredients (+ Possible Substitutes)

Here’s what you’ll need to make tasty pumpkin spice protein balls:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/4 cup nut butter (almond or peanut)
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
• 1/4 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)

Can’t find some items? Try these swaps:

• Use quick oats instead of rolled oats
• Swap pumpkin puree for mashed sweet potato
• Replace nut butter with sunflower seed butter for nut allergies
• Sub honey or maple syrup with agave nectar

Want to add more flavor? Toss in some extras:

• 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Dash of cinnamon

Mix and match to create your perfect pumpkin spice protein balls. You can easily adjust amounts to fit your taste and nutrition goals.

Instructions

Ready to make some yummy pumpkin spice protein balls? Here’s how:

1. Grab a big mixing bowl. Put in these ingredients:

   • 1 cup rolled oats
   • 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
   • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
   • 1/2 cup almond butter
   • 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
   • 1/4 cup raw honey

2. Mix everything together well. Use a spoon or your hands to blend it all.

3. Once it’s mixed, roll the dough into small balls. Aim for about 18-20 balls, each about the size of a golf ball.

4. Put the balls on a plate and pop them in the freezer for 10 minutes. This helps them firm up.

5. Take them out and enjoy! You can eat them right away or store them in the fridge.

These protein balls are great for a quick snack or breakfast on the go. They’re packed with good stuff to keep you full and happy.

Tips, Tricks & Storing

Making pumpkin spice protein balls is super easy! Here are some handy tips to help you out:

Use a small cookie scoop to make even-sized balls. This helps them look nice and cook evenly.

If the mix is too sticky, pop it in the fridge for an hour before rolling. This makes it much easier to handle.

Got extra canned pumpkin? Freeze it in ice cube trays for future batches.

Try adding fun mix-ins like:

• Chopped nuts
• Dried fruit
• Mini chocolate chips

To store your protein balls, keep them in an airtight container. They’ll last about a week in the fridge.

Want to save them longer? Freeze them! They’ll keep for up to 3 months. Just thaw them in the fridge when you’re ready to eat.

For a quick grab-and-go snack, wrap each ball in plastic wrap. This makes them perfect for lunchboxes or post-workout treats.