These no bake pumpkin energy balls are a perfect fall snack. It is super easy to prepare, loaded with warming spices and the goodness of pumpkin. No oven, no fuss, just pure autumn flavours in every bite!
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It's a delicious autumn flavoured treat to satisfy those sweet cravings without the need for refined sugars. It is ideal for kids' snack boxes or as post-workout protein bites.
Pumpkin energy bites are also perfect for picnics, on the go snack or as a light breakfast option on busy mornings.
These no bake energy balls are easy to make with minimal ingredients and procedures. All you need is a mixing bowl, 5 simple ingredients and 10 minutes.
We can't get enough of pumpkin dishes once the fall season arrives. And the best part is that I no longer have to worry about painstakingly cutting or peeling the skin since using the Instant Pot. Simply place the entire fresh pumpkin in the Instant Pot and cook.
Tempted to try? Why not check my simple guide on how to cook whole pumpkin in instant pot?
Ingredients
- Pumpkin: I used homemade pumpkin puree, but you can use canned.
- Spices: Ground cinnamon and dry ginger powder to enhance the flavour.
- Pantry Ingredients: I used pumpkin seeds, oat flour and peanut butter to make these energy bites healthier.
- Sweetener: Maple syrup has been used here. But feel free to use any sweetener of your choice. Check the substitutions and variations section below for an alternative option.
See the recipe card for quantities.
Step By Step Instructions
Step 1: In a mixing bowl, place oat flour, pumpkin puree, peanut butter, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, ground dry ginger and pumpkin seeds.
Step 2: Mix with a spoon until everything is well combined and comes together as a dough.
Step 3: Grease your palms with oil.
Step 4: Scoop out a portion of the mixture with a spoon.
Step 5: Place the mixture on your palm and shape it into a ball.
Step 6: Place it on a baking sheet or a plate. Continue the same process of shaping the remaining mixture into balls.
Enjoy the delicious and nutritious no bake pumpkin energy balls. Store the remaining balls in the fridge.
Check out crunchy pumpkin maple granola recipe on the blog.
Substitutions and Variations
Nuts and Seeds: Try chopped almonds, cashews or sunflower seeds for extra nutrition.
Dried Fruits: Mix in dried fruits such as cranberries, raisins or dried apricots for a fruity flavour.
Spices: Try pumpkin pie spice instead of cinnamon and dry ginger.
Sweetener: You can substitute maple syrup with agave syrup, date syrup or date caramel sauce.
Storage
These no bake pumpkin bites stay fresh for up to 5 days if stored properly in a dry and clean airtight container in the fridge.
Freeze them for extended shelf life. Place the pumpkin balls on a parchment lined baking sheet and freeze until firm. Then transfer them to a freezer-friendly container or ziplock bag and store in the freezer. Ensure to thaw them well in the fridge before serving. Consume within 2 months.
Tips and Tricks
Wet Mixture: If you think the mixture is too wet, add oat flour to help the mixture firm up.
Dry Mixture: If the mixture is too dry and you find it hard to shape it into a ball, add a splash of coconut oil to get the right consistency.
Grease Hands: Apply oil to your palm to prevent the mixture from sticking while shaping it into balls.
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📖 Recipe Card
No Bake Pumpkin Energy Balls
Equipment
- 1 Spoon
Ingredients
1 Cup = 250ml ; 1 Tablespoon = 15ml ; 1 Teaspoon = 5ml
- 1 Cup (or) 135 gms Oat Flour
- ⅓ Cup (or) 95 gms Pumpkin Puree
- ¼ Cup (or) 70 gms Maple Syrup
- ⅓ Cup (or) 65 gms Peanut Butter
- ½ Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (Cinnamon Powder)
- ½ Teaspoon Ground Dry Ginger (Dry Ginger Powder)
- 2 Tablespoons (or) 25 gms Pumpkin Seeds chop finely
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, place oat flour, pumpkin puree, peanut butter, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, ground dry ginger and pumpkin seeds.1 Cup (or) 135 gms Oat Flour, ⅓ Cup (or) 95 gms Pumpkin Puree, ¼ Cup (or) 70 gms Maple Syrup, ½ Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (Cinnamon Powder), ½ Teaspoon Ground Dry Ginger (Dry Ginger Powder), 2 Tablespoons (or) 25 gms Pumpkin Seeds, ⅓ Cup (or) 65 gms Peanut Butter
- Mix with a spoon until everything is well combined and comes together as a dough.
- Grease your palms with oil.
- Scoop out a portion of the mixture with a spoon.
- Place the mixture on your palm and shape it into a ball.
- Place it on a baking sheet or a plate. Continue the same process of shaping the remaining mixture into balls.
Notes
Nutrition
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