Kid-friendly Pumpkin Energy Balls
Prep Time
10 mins
cooling time before rolling
30 mins
Total Time
10 mins
An easy recipe for kid-friendly pumpkin energy balls. Fuel your workouts and provide a fall-friendly after school snack with this nut-free energy ball recipe that's made with minimal ingredients. A great way to use up leftover pumpkin!
Course:
Snack
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
energy ball, healthy snack
Servings: 14
Calories: 86 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups quick oats, gluten-free if needed
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup sunbutter
- 1/4 cup pepitas, unsalted
- 2-3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1.5 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips (I use Enjoy Life)
Instructions
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Use a spoon to mix all ingredients together in a medium mixing bowl. Place in the fridge for 30 minutes (or longer).
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Remove from the fridge and form balls with your hands. They don't roll very easily, but instead you may have to squeeze them into the shape that you want them.
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Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Nutrition Facts
Kid-friendly Pumpkin Energy Balls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 86
Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat 4g6%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1mg0%
Potassium 78mg2%
Carbohydrates 10g3%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 1360IU27%
Vitamin C 0.5mg1%
Calcium 17mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.