Description
Pumpkin Protein Bliss Bites are nutritious, no-bake energy snacks combining wholesome oats, creamy almond butter, and protein powder with the seasonal flavor of pumpkin and warming pumpkin pie spice. These bites are quick to make, customizable with add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts, and perfect for a healthy, on-the-go treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1/4 cup almond butter (or any nut butter)
- 1/4 cup honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or cinnamon)
- Pinch of salt
Optional Add-ins
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup nuts (e.g., walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
- 1/4 cup seeds (e.g., chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, or sunflower seeds)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add rolled oats, pumpkin puree, protein powder, almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and a pinch of salt. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is well combined and sticky.
- Optional Blending: For a smoother consistency, transfer the mixture to a food processor and pulse until everything is evenly blended and smooth.
- Add Optional Mix-ins: Gently fold in any optional ingredients such as chocolate chips, nuts, or seeds to add texture and flavor variety.
- Form the Bites: Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of the mixture and roll each into a firm ball between your palms to form bite-sized treats.
- Arrange on Tray: Place the formed balls onto a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Chill: Refrigerate the bliss bites for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up and hold their shape better.
- Serve and Store: Enjoy immediately as a wholesome snack or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- You can substitute maple syrup for honey to make the bites vegan.
- Use gluten-free oats to keep this recipe gluten-free.
- For extra protein, increase protein powder by an additional 2 tablespoons.
- If the mixture feels too dry, add a splash of almond milk to help bind.
- Store refrigerated for freshness and best texture.
- Feel free to experiment with different nut butters or spice blends to customize flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake, Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (approx. 30g)
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: pumpkin protein bites, healthy snack, no-bake energy bites, pumpkin puree snacks, protein bites, autumn snacks, gluten-free snack option
