The Best No-bake Healthy Pumpkin Pie Energy Balls Recipe Ever
Whipping up delectable no-bake healthy pumpkin pie energy balls can transform your snack game in minutes.
Packed with wholesome ingredients, these bite-sized treats deliver incredible nutrition without complicated preparation.
Nutty oats and creamy pumpkin create a delightful blend that satisfies hunger pangs effortlessly.
Smooth spices like cinnamon and nutmeg dance through each morsel, capturing classic pie flavors.
Perfect for quick breakfasts or afternoon pick-me-ups, these energy balls require zero cooking skills.
Protein-rich nuts and natural sweeteners make them a guilt-free indulgence you’ll want to share.
Grab your mixing bowl and let’s make some magic happen – these treats are about to become your new favorite snack!
No-Bake Healthy Pumpkin Pie Energy Balls
Ingredients For No-Bake Pumpkin Pie Energy Balls
For the Base:For the Flavor Enhancers:For the Optional Add-ins:How To Prepare Pumpkin Pie Energy Balls
Step 1: Blend Base Ingredients
Grab a spacious mixing bowl and toss in rolled oats, creamy almond butter, smooth pumpkin puree, golden honey or rich maple syrup, and fragrant vanilla extract. Stir these ingredients together until they form a harmonious mixture that looks and feels consistent.
Step 2: Sprinkle Warming Spices
Dust these delightful flavor enhancers into your mixture, ensuring everything gets thoroughly incorporated with a good, thorough mixing technique.
Step 3: Add Chocolate Surprise
Gently fold in mini dark chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture for little bursts of decadent sweetness.
Step 4: Chill and Set
Transfer the bowl to the refrigerator and let the mixture rest and firm up for 20-30 minutes. This cooling period helps make rolling easier and allows flavors to meld together beautifully.
Step 5: Shape Energy Bites
Using clean hands, roll the chilled mixture into bite-sized spheres, each approximately 1 inch in diameter. Work carefully and consistently to create uniform energy balls.
Step 6: Store and Enjoy
Place your completed energy bites into an airtight container. They’ll stay fresh in the refrigerator for one week or can be frozen for extended enjoyment.
Perfect for quick snacks or pre-workout fuel!
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FAQs
Yes, if you use certified gluten-free rolled oats, these energy balls are naturally gluten-free and safe for those with gluten sensitivities.
Absolutely! You can replace almond butter with peanut butter, use different sweeteners like agave, and swap chocolate chips with chopped nuts or dried fruit.
Definitely! They’re packed with protein from almond butter, complex carbs from oats, and quick energy from honey, making them perfect for boosting energy before or after exercise.
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No-bake Healthy Pumpkin Pie Energy Balls Recipe
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 1x
Description
Wholesome no-bake healthy pumpkin pie energy balls blend seasonal spices with nutritious ingredients for quick snacking. Rolled oats, dates, pumpkin puree, and warming spices create protein-packed bites you can enjoy anytime for delicious energy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240 ml) rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) almond butter (or preferred nut butter)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) pumpkin puree (pure pumpkin)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) flaxseed meal
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) mini dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly blend oats, almond butter, pumpkin puree, natural sweetener, and aromatic vanilla until achieving a uniform consistency.
- Incorporate warming spices including pumpkin pie seasoning, ground cinnamon, nutritious flaxseed meal, and a delicate salt accent, ensuring comprehensive integration of ingredients.
- Gently fold dark chocolate miniature morsels throughout the mixture, distributing evenly for balanced flavor profile.
- Chill the prepared blend in refrigerator for approximately 25 minutes, allowing ingredients to solidify and enhance moldability.
- After cooling, delicately shape the mixture into compact spheres approximately one inch in diameter, using gentle hand pressure.
- Transfer energy orbs to an hermetic container, preserving freshness in refrigerated environment for up to seven days or extend longevity by freezing.
Notes
- Prep the mixture thoroughly to ensure all ingredients bind well, preventing crumbly energy balls.
- Chilling helps solidify the mixture, making rolling smoother and creating a more compact texture.
- Use damp hands when rolling to prevent sticking and achieve uniform, perfectly round energy balls.
- Customize by swapping chocolate chips with dried cranberries or chopped nuts for added crunch and variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 139 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Jack Monroe
Founder & Recipe Innovator
Expertise
Pacific Northwest cuisine, Single-serving recipe development, Sustainable sourcing and cooking, Modern comfort food​
Education
Brightwater
Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts
Focus: Sustainable cooking, seasonal ingredients, and food systems education
Jack grew up with a fishing rod in one hand and a cast-iron skillet in the other. After graduating from Brightwater: A Center for the Study of Food, he set out to prove that cooking for one could still taste like a feast.
Jack believes that food should feel real: fresh, fearless, and a little wild, just like the rivers he grew up around. For Jack, every single dish is a small adventure, and the best ones are the ones you can cook with heart, not hassle.