Spiced Pumpkin Protein Balls
Homemade Spiced Pumpkin Protein Balls Recipe. These balls are packed with energy, making them the ultimate snack!
Spiced Pumpkin Protein Balls
Total time: 10 mins + 30 mins chilling time
Serves: Makes 10-12 balls
Dietary preferences: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-free
Ingredients:
- desiccated coconut, for rolling
- 50g (½ cup) rolled oats
- 50g (½ cup) almond meal
- 150g (¾ cup) cooked pumpkin, mashed
- 25g (¼ cup) pecan halves
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp allspice
- pinch of nutmeg
Method:
1. Line a baking tray with baking paper and place the desiccated coconut on a plate.
2. Place the oats in a food processor and blend until a rough crumb forms.
3. Add the almond meal, pumpkin, pecans, maple syrup, cinnamon, ginger, allspice and nutmeg and process until well combined. The mixture should be a little sticky, but if it is too thick, try adding 1-2 tablespoons of water.
4. Using wet hands, roll tablespoons of the mixture into snack-sized balls.
Roll through the desiccated coconut to coat.
5. Place the balls on the lined tray and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
Enjoy!
These protein balls can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. If they even last that long!
* Disclaimer: This blog post is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. The above information should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease or medical condition. Please consult your doctor before making any changes to your diet, sleep methods, daily activity, or fitness routine. Sweat assumes no responsibility for any personal injury or damage sustained by any recommendations, opinions, or advice given in this article.
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