Description

These No Bake Pumpkin Balls are a delicious and healthy snack perfect for autumn or anytime you crave a sweet treat without turning on the oven. Made with pumpkin puree, oats, almond flour, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup, they are easy to prepare and packed with seasonal flavors like pumpkin pie spice. Optional add-ins of chopped nuts and mini chocolate chips add crunch and indulgence. Perfectly spiced, sweet, and chewy, these energy bites require no baking, making them a quick and wholesome snack option.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

1 cup pumpkin puree
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup almond flour

Binders and Sweeteners

1/4 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Spices and Flavorings

1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
A pinch of salt

Optional Add-ins

1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)

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Instructions

Combine dry base ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, rolled oats, and almond flour. Mix well until all the dry ingredients are fully incorporated with the pumpkin.
Add binders and sweeteners: Add the peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Stir until the mixture is smooth and all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Season the mixture: Sprinkle in the pumpkin pie spice and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine thoroughly to ensure even flavor throughout the mixture.
Fold in optional add-ins: If using, gently fold in the chopped nuts and mini chocolate chips until they’re evenly spread throughout the mixture.
Chill the mixture: Place the mixture in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to firm up, which will make it easier to shape into balls.
Form the balls: Once chilled and firm, scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them into balls about 1 inch in diameter for a perfect bite-sized snack.
Prepare for final chilling: Place the formed pumpkin balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to keep them from sticking.
Final refrigeration: Refrigerate the balls for at least 1 hour to allow them to firm up completely before serving.
Serve and enjoy: Once firm, enjoy your no-bake pumpkin balls as a wholesome snack or a delightful dessert anytime.

Notes

For a nut-free version, substitute the almond flour with oat flour and peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
Store the pumpkin balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
They can also be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw before serving.
Use canned pumpkin puree or homemade pumpkin puree for best results; avoid pumpkin pie filling which is sweetened and spiced.
Adjust sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup according to your taste preference.
The pumpkin pie spice can be replaced with a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves if desired.