Description
Healthy Pumpkin Energy Bites with Oats & Seeds combine creamy pumpkin puree, hearty oats, and crunchy seeds into no-bake, nutrient-packed snack balls. With warming spices and natural sweeteners, these bites offer a balanced blend of fiber, protein, and healthy fats for sustained energy. Ready in minutes and easily customized for dietary preferences, they make an ideal on-the-go snack, pre-workout fuel, or lunchbox treat. This recipe delivers about 18-20 bite-sized portions that stay fresh in the fridge for up to a week or in the freezer for months.
Ingredients
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, nut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Add rolled oats, pumpkin seeds, flax or chia seeds, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger and fold until a sticky dough forms.
3. Adjust texture by adding more oats if too sticky or more pumpkin puree or nut butter if too dry.
4. Cover and refrigerate the mixture for 20-30 minutes to firm up.
5. Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion the chilled mixture and roll into 18-20 bite-sized balls.
6. Optionally chill the rolled balls on a tray for another 15 minutes for firmer texture.
7. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: snack
- Method: no-bake
- Cuisine: american
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
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