These Pumpkin Protein Balls (with chocolate chips!) are an easy, no-bake protein-packed treat for fall. This snack is easy to meal prep, gluten-free, and can easily be made entirely plant-based and vegan.
Combine oats, protein powder, almond butter, pumpkin, maple syrup, flax seeds, and pumpkin pie spice into a bowl and stir to combine. Alternatively, if you like a smoother consistency (like I do!), you can place all the ingredients in a food processor and pulse several times to combine.
1.5 cups old-fashioned, rolled oats, 1/2 cup pumpkin puree, 1/4 cup protein powder, 1/4 cup almond butter, 2 tablespoons flax seeds, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Stir in chocolate chips.
2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
Scoop the dough with a small cookie scoop for even sizes, then roll into balls.
Place the rolled balls in the fridge for 30 minutes to allow them to slightly firm and set.
Serve immediately or transfer to an airtight container and store in the fridge or freezer. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition information will vary based on protein powder used.