Description
Delightful Peanut Butter Pumpkin Protein Balls blend seasonal spices with muscle-building nutrition for a quick, energizing snack. Packed with wholesome ingredients and easy to prepare, these protein-rich treats will satisfy hunger and nourish your body between meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
Binding Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup honey
Flavor and Nutrition Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
- 1/4 cup protein powder (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and a spacious mixing vessel to create a smooth, homogeneous blend of dry and wet components.
- Thoroughly incorporate oats, creamy peanut butter, velvety pumpkin puree, golden honey, aromatic vanilla extract, warm pumpkin spice, and optional protein powder until the mixture achieves a consistent texture.
- Using clean hands, gently form compact, bite-sized spheres approximately one inch in diameter, ensuring uniform size and shape.
- Arrange the crafted protein orbs on a clean baking sheet, maintaining slight separation between each ball.
- Transfer the sheet to the refrigerator and allow the protein balls to chill and solidify for approximately half an hour, which will enhance their structural integrity.
- Once firm, relocate the protein balls to an hermetic container, strategically layering them to prevent unwanted crushing.
- Preserve the protein balls in the refrigerator’s cool environment, where they will maintain optimal flavor and texture for up to seven days.
- When ready to indulge, retrieve a protein ball and savor the harmonious blend of autumnal spices and nutty undertones.
Notes
- Swap out protein powder with collagen for added joint and skin health benefits, making these energy balls even more nutritious.
- Adjust honey quantity for vegans by using maple syrup or agave nectar as plant-based sweetener alternatives.
- Enhance texture by adding chia or flax seeds for extra fiber and omega-3 nutrients, boosting overall nutritional profile.
- Use gluten-free oats for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities, ensuring recipe remains inclusive and adaptable.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Breakfast
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg