Pumpkin Protein Balls
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups old fashioned oats , divided
- 1 cup peanut butter
- ¼ cup canned pumpkin
- ½ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup flaxseed
- 2 Tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin spice
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips , more if desired
Optional: Scoop of protein powder
Instructions
- Blend oats: Pulse 1 cup of the oats in a blender into smaller pieces (don't turn it to flour).
- Mix ingredients: In a medium sized mixing bowl, add 1 cup pulsed oats, 1 1/2 cup oats, 1 cup peanut butter, 1/4 cup pumpkin, 1/2 cup honey, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1/4 cup flax, 2 Tablespoons chia seeds, 2 teaspoons pumpkin spice, and 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips. Add protein powder if desired. Mix well.
- Scoop: Using a mini cookie scoop, scoop into balls and place on a parchment lined cookie sheet or casserole dish.
- Freeze or chill: Place in freezer or refrigerator until ready to eat.
Notes
Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freezer up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 66kcal, Carbohydrates: 7g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 4g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0.002g, Cholesterol: 0.1mg, Sodium: 24mg, Potassium: 55mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 193IU, Vitamin C: 0.1mg, Calcium: 12mg, Iron: 0.4mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
