These Pumpkin Protein Balls are simple, delicious, and packed with healthy protein. And they're vegan friendly too!
These protein balls make for a healthy homemade vegan snack or a delightful bite-sized dessert. And with all that creamy pumpkin flavor - they're the perfect treat for Fall. They taste like tiny slices of perfect pumpkin pie.
These Pumpkin Protein Balls are:
- Protein-packed
- A wonderful two-bite snack
- Made with healthy, simple ingredients
- Vegan
- YUMMY
- Easy to make in less than an hour
They are the perfect energy fix when you're in a crunch!
This recipe uses simple but delicious ingredients like rolled oats, raisins, cinnamon, and pumpkin puree. So believe me when I say your house will smell DELISH when you make these pumpkin energy balls!
Helpful Tips
Making the "chia egg".
To make this recipe egg-free, we're pulling out a classic vegan move: the chia egg. All you do is mix chia seeds with water, let the mixture set for about 15 minutes, and you've got yourself a gel-like substance that mimics the texture of a regular egg.
It holds everything together just as well as a traditional egg, and bonus points? Chia eggs are packed with nutrients, so you're sneaking in a little health boost too.
Making your own oat flour.
Oat flour is super easy to make, which is why the recipe includes making your own. All you need are some rolled oats and a high-speed blender to process them until they are ground into a powder. It's that simple!
Of course, if you want to make this recipe a little bit quicker, you are welcome to substitute a store bought oat flour as well.
Sweeten up your protein balls.
These pumpkin energy bites are so delicious, but they're not overly sweet. If you're looking to sweeten things up a bit, add 1-2 tablespoons of maple syrup or additional raisins. You could also add dark chocolate chips or craisins for a fun twist.
FAQs about this recipe!
How long can I store these protein balls?
These pumpkin protein balls can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days. Alternatively, you could keep them in the freezer for a month or two. Just let them thaw before eating them again!
Are these vegan protein balls healthy?
These protein balls are packed with nutrition! Thanks to the rolled oats, raisins, and chia seeds, these protein balls make for a delicious, nutrient-dense treat. You can find the full nutrition details in the recipe card below.
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Recipe
Pumpkin Protein Balls
Ingredients
- ⅓ cups rolled oats
- 2 cups homemade oat flour see directions
- ⅓ cup raisins
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tablespoon chía seeds
- ¼ cup water
- ¾ cups pumpkin puree
- ⅓ cup maple syrup may add additional for a sweeter treat
- 3 tablespoon non-dairy milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup vanilla protein powder vegan, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Prepare a baking tray with baking paper and set it aside.
- Mix the chia seeds with water and let them sit for 10-15 minutes until the chia egg has developed.
- Make homemade oat flour: Process rolled oats in a high-speed blender until oats are ground. To make two cups of homemade oat flour, you'll need 2 ⅓-½ cups of rolled oats. However, you can also use store-bought oat flour if desired.
- Mix wet ingredients-pumpkin puree, non-dairy milk, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and chia egg-in a large bowl until well combined.
- Add raisins, cinnamon, pumpkin spice, and baking powder and combine.
- Finally, add oat flour (and protein powder if using) and stir to combine.
- Cover the batter with wrapping paper or a silicone wrap and place it in the fridge for 20-30 minutes to allow the oats to absorb any excess liquid.
- Roll the batter into 20 balls and then coat each of them with rolled oats.
- Bake the balls for 10-12 minutes or until oats get lightly brown.
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