These pumpkin bliss balls are cozy, delicious, and the perfect treat for fall. With a hint of maple and cinnamon spice, you can enjoy this healthy snack that tastes like pumpkin pie, without the sugar crash.
Whip up these energy bites whenever you need a protein boost or you’re craving a fall-flavoured snack without any highly processed ingredients.
All you need are 6 ingredients and 15 minutes to prepare this no-bake treat. No food processor, blender, oven, or fancy equipment needed, making these perfect for busy days and meal prep.
Like my blueberry, double chocolate, lemon, and salted caramel energy bites, these pumpkin protein balls are made using wholesome ingredients.
Plus, these bite-sized balls are naturally dairy-free, vegan and gluten-free, using healthy fats from almonds, and they’re incredibly delicious.
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Ingredients + Substitutions
Here’s everything you’ll need to make these delicious pumpkin bliss balls.
- Almond butter: Choose the natural kind of almond butter (or another nut butter) made using just 1 ingredient. Or make your own from scratch.
- Pumpkin puree: Use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
- Maple syrup: Or another liquid sweetener such as date syrup or honey.
- Almond flour: Almond flour is ready to consume and can be eaten raw. It’s also protein-dense, making it perfect for these no-bake pumpkin energy balls.
- Cocoa powder: Choose unsweetened cocoa powder to keep these energy balls refined sugar-free.
- Cinnamon: For flavour.
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Instructions
(This is a summary with step by step photos, full recipe measurements and instructions are in the recipe card below.)
- Combine the pumpkin, maple syrup and almond butter.
- Then, add the flour, cocoa powder and cinnamon.
- Stir until combined.
- Then roll the mixture into balls.
Place the pumpkin protein balls in the refrigerator for 15 minutes or longer to firm them up.
You may optionally roll them into a cinnamon and sugar mixture for added flavour.
Variations
Some fun additions for your pumpkin protein balls:
- Replace the cinnamon with pumpkin pie spice, or add a dash of nutmeg, ginger, and cloves to the mixture in addition to the cinnamon for added pumpkin spices.
- Add 2 tablespoons of chia seeds or hemp seeds for added texture and protein. Or try 2 tablespoons of ground flaxseeds.
- Press a few chocolate chips into each energy ball for extra sweetness.
- Roll the pumpkin balls in ground nuts, such as almonds, walnuts, cashews, or pecans, for crunch and flavour.
Storage
Keep leftovers in the refrigerator for optimal texture. Store them in an airtight container for 3-4 days, once they are firm (after at least 15 minutes in the fridge, in a single layer).
To freeze, use a freezer-safe airtight container and keep frozen for up to 3 months.
Expert Tips
- The batter will be sticky, so use damp hands to roll the mixture into balls to prevent it from sticking to your hands.
- The rolled balls will be soft, so refrigerate them for at least 15 minutes before enjoying them to help them set.
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📖 Recipe
Ingredients
- ¼ cup almond butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling
- 100 grams almond flour approx. 1 cup
- 2 tablespoons raw unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
Instructions
- Add the almond butter, maple syrup, and pumpkin puree to a medium mixing bowl. Stir well using a fork to combine.
- Then add the almond flour, cocoa powder and cinnamon, and stir until combined.
- Use a small cookie scoop to divide the mixture and roll into balls. Then refrigerate for 15 minutes or longer to help them firm up.
- Optional: In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of coconut sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon to roll some or all of the balls into the mixture. NOTE: This will increase the sugar.
Notes
- The batter will be sticky, so use damp hands to roll the mixture into balls to prevent it from sticking to your hands.
- The rolled balls will be soft, so refrigerate them for at least 15 minutes before enjoying them to help them set.
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