Pumpkin Balls

The perfect little snack, these easy, no-bake Pumpkin Balls are  ready to enjoy in just a few minutes. They are great for on-the-go and filled with all the warm fall spices we love!

I have been making a list of all the pumpkin recipes I want to make.  Oh my goodness, there are so many! I just whipped up a batch homemade pumpkin pie spice and I’m ready!

Pumpkin Spice Balls

These pumpkin energy balls are by far one of the easiest! I love having a few healthier snacks on hand to grab. It keeps us all from grabbing something unhealthy just because it’s there. They make a wonderful after school snack in place of sweet treats with lots of added sugar.

With just 5 ingredients and a food processor, (plus mini chocolate chips), you can have a fabulous little snack ready in a few minutes.

These little pumpkin truffles are naturally gluten free and vegan as well.

A few of these and a banana or apple and you’ve got yourself the perfect healthy treat for a mid-day or mid-morning snack.

Make them Pumpkin Protein Balls by adding a scoop of your favorite protein powder.

Ingredients Needed

Medjool Pitted Dates

Old-Fashioned Oats, uncooked

Pumpkin Pie Spice

Pumpkin Seeds

Mini Chocolate Chips: Use milk chocolate, semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips

How to Make these Pumpkin Pie Bites

Combine all of the ingredients, except the chocolate chips, in a food processor.

Pulse for 20-30 seconds until it forms a dough. Then transfer to a large bowl.

Add the chocolate chips and gently stir them in.

Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture with a cookie scoop or spoon, roll into little balls and place them on a baking sheet.

Place in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to set until firm.

Variations To Try

Add a tablespoon of peanut butter or almond butter.

Add some omega-3 filled chia seeds that have healthy fats and more fiber as well.

Although the dates are plenty sweet, feel free to add a tablespoon of maple syrup if you’d like.

Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract.

Add a ¼ cup of coconut flakes.

Swap out the pumpkin seeds for sliced almonds or chopped pecans.

Tips

If you don’t have pumpkin pie spice on hand, you can just use a teaspoon of ground cinnamon

Use quick oats instead of whole oats, if preferred.

If you don’t have a food processor, you can also use a high-speed blender.

How To Store

Store these little balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.

Freeze:

Place the balls on a baking sheet and freeze for an hour. Then place them in a freezer safe container or plastic zip closure bag for up to 2 months.