Description
No Bake Pumpkin Balls are the perfect blend of health and indulgence, making them an ideal snack for any time of day. These bite-sized treats combine wholesome ingredients like oats, pumpkin puree, and natural peanut butter, delivering a nutritious energy boost without the need for baking. Sweetened with pure maple syrup, they cater to health-conscious individuals while satisfying your sweet tooth. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these delicious bites that are not only great for busy days but also perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats (certified gluten-free if necessary)
- ½ cup pumpkin puree (NOT pumpkin pie filling)
- ¼ cup natural peanut butter (or your favorite nut butter)
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup (plus more, to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 Tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- pinch of salt
- ½ cup vegan mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine rolled oats, pumpkin puree, natural peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and a pinch of salt. Process until well mixed and dough-like.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and fold in vegan mini chocolate chips gently.
- Roll small portions into bite-sized balls using your hands or a cookie scoop.
- Place the balls on a parchment-lined cookie sheet and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg