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Originally posted September 24, 2015.
These No-Bake Pumpkin Protein Bites are the perfect pre or post-workout snack and made with wholesome ingredients that have all the flavors of fall!
Fall is here! That time of year where all you see and smell is pumpkin spice. Pumpkin candles are on the shelves, pumpkin lattes are in the coffee shops, and yes, No-Bake Pumpkin Protein Bites are in my kitchen!
I love these little nibbles of pumpkin protein goodness! Enjoy them as a snack on the go, or even as a little dessert after a long day!
Fall is my favorite time to workout. It finally doesn’t feel like a sauna outside and the colors of the changing trees gives such a beautiful backdrop to enjoy while running. It’s the perfect time to start a workout routine, if you haven’t yet. Don’t wait for the typical “New Years Resolution,” now is the time! Plus, you can get in-shape for all of those family and work holiday parties, instead of gaining weight during the holiday season.
WHAT INGREDIENTS DO I NEED?
- 2 cups Oats
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 3 tablespoon vanilla protein powder (I have used this Organic Vanilla Protein Powder and this Vegan Unflavored Powder as well)
- 2 tablespoon chia seeds
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ⅓ cup Walnuts (chopped) – optional
HOW DO I MAKE NO-BAKE PUMPKIN PROTEIN BITES?
In a large bowl combine all the listed ingredients. Make sure everything is mix well and evenly distributed. You don’t want to have one big bite with of a lot of cinnamon or a clump of protein powder.
Once the ingredients are well mixed, begin to form small balls with your hands. You can then store them in an air tight container and place in your freezer or refrigerator. I prefer to keep them in my refrigerator. If you place yours in a freezer, please note that the balls will become pretty hard, so you will need to thaw them out a little before eating (or you can pop one in the microwave for 5 secs).
CHECK OUT MORE PROTEIN BITE RECIPES BELOW:
Lemon Poppy Seed Protein Bites
Oatmeal Raisin Protein Bites
Dark Chocolate Chai Protein Bites
Chunky Monkey Protein Balls
Chewy Chocolate Coconut Protein Bites
No-Bake Pumpkin Protein Bites
Ingredients
- 2 cups Oats
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 3 tablespoon vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoon chia seeds
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ⅓ cup Walnuts (chopped) – optional
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a large bowl.
- Form into small balls.
- Store in an airtight container in your refrigerator.