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Pumpkin Protein Bites Recipe

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These Pumpkin Protein Bites are a delicious and nutritious snack perfect for fall or any time you crave a pumpkin-flavored treat. Made with almond flour, pumpkin seed protein, and creamy cashew butter, they offer a great protein boost while capturing the cozy flavors of pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon. No baking required, these bites are quick to prepare and can be customized with a cinnamon sugar coating and chocolate chip ‘stems’ for a fun, festive touch.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup Simple Pumpkin Seed Protein powder
  • 1/2 cup cashew butter
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1–2 tbsp maple syrup (adjust as needed)

For Decoration

  • Cinnamon sugar (for rolling)
  • Chocolate chips (for stem decoration)

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the almond flour, Simple Pumpkin Seed Protein powder, cashew butter, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and maple syrup. Mix until the batter is smooth and holds together well.
  2. Chill Mixture: Place the bowl in the refrigerator and chill the batter for about 10 minutes. This helps to firm up the mixture, making it easier to roll into balls.
  3. Roll into Balls: After chilling, use your hands to shape the mixture into bite-sized balls of even size for uniformity.
  4. Assemble Pumpkin Shapes: Insert toothpicks to connect a few balls together to create a small pumpkin shape, or leave them as individual bites if preferred.
  5. Add Coating and Decoration: Roll some of the balls in cinnamon sugar for an extra layer of flavor and texture. Top each pumpkin-shaped bite with a chocolate chip to mimic a pumpkin stem.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: These no-bake protein bites are ready to eat immediately or can be stored in the fridge to be enjoyed later as a healthy snack.

Notes

  • If the mixture is too dry, add a bit more maple syrup or pumpkin puree to help it come together.
  • For a nut-free version, substitute almond flour and cashew butter with seed-based alternatives.
  • Store the bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • You can omit the chocolate chips to keep it dairy-free or use dark chocolate chips suitable for dietary preferences.

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