Description
Delicious no-bake pumpkin pie energy bites packed with wholesome ingredients like pumpkin puree, oats, and nut butter. Perfect for a healthy snack that tastes like fall dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (100% pure)
- 1 cup whole rolled oats
- 1/2 cup nut butter (almond or peanut)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Mix wet ingredients – In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, nut butter, and maple syrup. Mix until completely smooth and well incorporated.
- Step 2: Add dry ingredients – Stir in rolled oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until mixture is evenly distributed.
- Step 3: Fold in chocolate chips – Gently fold in chocolate chips if using, being careful not to overmix.
- Step 4: Chill mixture – Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up the mixture.
- Step 5: Form energy bites – Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, roll chilled mixture into 1-inch balls and place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 6: Store or serve – Transfer to airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week, or enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Use room temperature nut butter for easier mixing and smoother texture throughout the bites
- If mixture feels too wet, add extra oats one tablespoon at a time until it holds together properly
- Roll energy bites with slightly damp hands to prevent sticking and achieve perfectly round shapes
- Double the recipe and freeze half for quick grab-and-go snacks throughout the month
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy bite
- Calories: 95 calories
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pumpkin pie energy bites, no-bake snacks, healthy energy balls, pumpkin recipes, fall treats, gluten-free snacks