Pumpkin Pie Energy Bites
Energy bites are something I always have on hand and here is my fall favorite! These pumpkin energy bites are easy to make, delicious, and perfect for a quick snack or post-workout treat.
Time to read: 4 min | Time: 30 min + chilling time | Yields: 31 servings
Ingredients
1 cup (256 g) natural peanut butter
1/4 cup (66 g) pumpkin puree*
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon
1/4 cup (60 ml) maple syrup or honey
2 scoops (60 g) protein powder**
Dipping
3/4 cup (~150 g) dark chocolate
1 tablespoon coconut oil
*you may need more depending on your protein powder - up to 100 g of puree
**replace with oat/coconut flour
Method
Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice (or cinnamon), maple syrup (or honey), and protein powder. Stir until the mixture is smooth and reaches a dough-like consistency. If the mixture seems too dry, gradually add more pumpkin puree. Note that plant-based protein powders may absorb more liquid, so adjust as needed to ensure the dough is soft and rollable.
Portion the dough into approximately 1-tablespoon-sized balls, about 31 in total. Roll each portion between your palms to form a smooth, round shape. Arrange the balls on the prepared baking sheet and chill in the fridge for about 1 hour until firm.
Just before the energy bites are ready, melt the chocolate. Combine 150 g of dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl with 1 tablespoon of coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
Use a toothpick to skewer each ball and dip about two-thirds of it into the melted chocolate. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off, then place the ball back on the parchment-lined sheet. Repeat for each ball.
Return the dipped energy bites to the fridge for 20-30 minutes or until the chocolate is firm. Enjoy!
Nutrition facts per serving:
Energy: 66 kcal | Carbs: 4.8 g | Protein: 3.4 g | Fat: 4.2 g
