Ingredients
– 1 cup pumpkin puree
– 1 cup rolled oats
– 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
– 1/2 cup nut butter (almond, peanut, or sunflower)
– 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice mix (or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger)
– A pinch of salt
– Optional: 1/4 cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions
Creating No-Bake High-Protein Pumpkin Bites is straightforward. Just follow these simple steps for delicious results:
1. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, rolled oats, protein powder, nut butter, honey, vanilla extract, pumpkin spice, and salt until well combined.
2. Taste and Adjust: Sample the mixture and adjust the sweetness or spices to your preference. If desired, fold in chocolate chips or chopped nuts.
3. Form Bites: With clean hands, scoop out a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into bite-sized balls. Repeat until the mixture is gone.
4. Chill: Place the pumpkin bites onto a parchment-lined tray. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
5. Store: Once chilled, transfer the bites to an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator for up to a week (or in the freezer for longer preservation).
These straightforward steps will lead you to create delightful No-Bake High-Protein Pumpkin Bites that everyone can enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 bites
- Calories: 150 kcal per bite
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 6g