Date-Sweetened Pumpkin Protein Balls
A healthy snack packed with flavor and nutrition, these Date-Sweetened Pumpkin Protein Balls are perfect for a quick energy boost any time of the day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1 cup oats
- 1/2 cup protein powder (any flavor)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the pitted dates and pumpkin puree. Blend until smooth.
- Add in oats, protein powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Pulse until everything is well combined.
- Use your hands to form small balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the formed balls on a parchment-lined tray and chill them in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to set.
Notes
Ensure your dates are soft for easy blending; soak them in warm water if needed. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 balls
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg