Pumpkin Protein Bites Recipe
These Pumpkin Protein Bites are a nutritious and delicious snack combining almond flour, pumpkin seed protein, and seasonal pumpkin flavors. Perfectly spiced and lightly sweetened with maple syrup, they are easy to make and ideal for a healthy energy boost or festive treat.
- Author: Ella
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 15-20 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup Simple Pumpkin Seed Protein
- 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
Optional Toppings
- Cinnamon sugar, for rolling
- Chocolate chips, for topping stems
- Combine ingredients: In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the almond flour, Simple Pumpkin Seed Protein, cashew butter, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and maple syrup until a homogeneous batter forms.
- Chill batter: Place the batter in the refrigerator and chill for 10 minutes to firm up slightly, making it easier to roll into balls.
- Shape balls: Remove the chilled batter and roll it into small, evenly sized balls to form the base of your pumpkin bites.
- Create pumpkin shapes: Using toothpicks, connect the balls together to form pumpkin shapes by grouping them in clusters as desired.
- Roll in cinnamon sugar: Optionally, roll a few of the formed bites lightly in cinnamon sugar for added flavor and texture.
- Add chocolate chip stems: Top each pumpkin-shaped bite with a chocolate chip to resemble a pumpkin stem.
- Serve and enjoy: Arrange your pumpkin protein bites on a plate and enjoy immediately as a healthy snack.
Notes
- Adjust maple syrup quantity to suit your preferred level of sweetness.
- Store the bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- These bites are no-bake, making them quick and easy to prepare.
- Use cashew butter alternatives like almond or peanut butter if desired.
- For a festive touch, consider adding orange food coloring or shredded coconut.
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