Pumpkin Protein Bites Recipe
These Pumpkin Protein Bites are a delicious and healthy snack combining almond flour, pumpkin seed protein, cashew butter, and pumpkin puree with warm spices. Rolled into bite-sized balls and decorated to look like little pumpkins, they make a perfect fall treat packed with protein and natural sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 bites 1x
- Category: Snacks
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup Simple Pumpkin Seed Protein powder
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cashew butter
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1–2 tbsp maple syrup, as needed
Toppings
- Cinnamon sugar, for rolling
- Chocolate chips, for pumpkin stem decoration
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, Simple Pumpkin Seed Protein powder, cashew butter, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and maple syrup. Mix thoroughly until a cohesive dough forms.
- Chill Batter: Place the batter in the refrigerator and chill for about 10 minutes. This helps the mixture firm up, making it easier to roll into balls.
- Form Balls: Once chilled, roll the mixture into small bite-sized balls using your hands.
- Create Pumpkin Shapes: Use toothpicks to gently press into the sides of each ball to mimic the ridges of a pumpkin, shaping each ball to resemble a miniature pumpkin.
- Roll in Cinnamon Sugar: Roll a few of the pumpkin-shaped bites in cinnamon sugar to add extra sweetness and texture.
- Add Chocolate Chip Stems: Press a chocolate chip into the top of each bite to create the appearance of a pumpkin stem.
- Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the finished Pumpkin Protein Bites on a platter and serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of maple syrup based on your preferred sweetness level.
- If the mixture is too sticky to roll, chill it longer or add a small amount of almond flour.
- You can substitute cashew butter with almond or peanut butter if desired.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- For a vegan version, ensure chocolate chips are dairy-free.
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