No-Bake High-Protein Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Bites Recipe
These No-Bake High-Protein Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Bites are a delicious, healthy snack that combines the flavors of pumpkin pie spice and snickerdoodle cookies with a boost of protein. Made with almond butter, pumpkin puree, and protein powder, these bites are perfect for a quick energy boost or a nutritious treat without any baking required.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 15 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup creamy almond butter
- ¼ cup pumpkin puree
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup blanched almond flour
- 2 scoops Simple Pumpkin Seed Protein Powder
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
Add-ins
- ¼ cup white or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the pumpkin puree, almond butter, honey, and vanilla extract to a large mixing bowl and stir until well combined into a smooth mixture.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Add the blanched almond flour, pumpkin seed protein powder, and pumpkin pie spice to the wet mixture. Mix thoroughly until a dough-like consistency forms that is cohesive and easy to handle.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the white or dark chocolate chips so they are evenly distributed throughout the dough without melting them.
- Form Bites: Using a small ice cream scoop or tablespoon, scoop out the dough and roll into bite-sized balls with your hands.
- Finish and Store: Sprinkle extra pumpkin pie spice on top of the bites for added flavor and aroma. Place the bites in a container and store them in the refrigerator to set and keep fresh. Enjoy chilled as a nutritious snack.
Notes
- Use creamy almond butter to ensure the mixture binds well.
- The recipe requires no baking, making it quick and easy to prepare.
- Store the bites refrigerated for up to one week for best taste and texture.
- For a vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Protein powder can be substituted with your preferred plant-based or whey protein.
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