Pumpkin Protein Balls
These no-bake Pumpkin Protein Balls are the ultimate fall snack — made with oats, peanut butter, pumpkin purée, and warm spices. They’re quick to prep, packed with protein, and perfect for a grab-and-go treat during busy days.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups old-fashioned oats
- ½ cup natural peanut butter smooth or crunchy, unsweetened if possible
- ½ cup pumpkin purée not pumpkin pie filling
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- Optional: 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts
- Optional: 1 scoop about 25–30 g vanilla protein powder
Instructions
Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In a big bowl, stir together peanut butter, pumpkin, honey, and vanilla until smooth. This is your flavor base.
Add the Dry Ingredients
- Stir in oats, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and a pinch of salt. At this point, the dough should start coming together. Toss in any mix-ins like chocolate chips or a scoop of protein powder if you’d like.
Chill the Mixture
- Pop the bowl in the fridge for about 20 minutes. This step makes rolling easier and keeps the dough from sticking to your hands.
Roll Into Balls
- Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to form bite-sized balls. Roll gently between your palms.
Store & Enjoy
- Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze them for quick snacks later on.
Notes
Chill time is between 20 to 30 minutes and the total time to make is 35 to 45 minutes.