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Pumpkin Energy Bites

Need a healthy snack that doesn't taste healthy? These no-bake Pumpkin Energy Bites are your answer! They're perfect for tucking into lunchboxes, grabbing before soccer practice, or sneaking one (or three) during that afternoon slump. Bonus: the kids can help make these, and they actually think it's fun!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 20 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • ½ cup pumpkin puree
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter or almond butter
  • ½ cup mini chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, honey, peanut butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well blended.
  2. Add oats, flaxseed, pumpkin pie spice, and salt to the wet ingredients. Mix until everything is evenly distributed.
  3. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to make the mixture easier to handle.
  5. Once chilled, use a tablespoon or small cookie scoop to portion out the mixture. Roll each portion between your palms to form a ball.
  6. Store energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.