No-Bake High-Protein Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Bites Recipe
These No-Bake High-Protein Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Bites are a delicious and nutritious snack that combines the warm flavors of pumpkin and cinnamon with a boost of protein. Perfect for a quick energy bite or a healthy treat, they require no baking and come together in minutes, making them ideal for busy lifestyles or post-workout refueling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup oats
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pumpkin purée
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the oats, protein powder, and cinnamon. Stir well to distribute the spices evenly.
- Add Pumpkin Purée: Add the pumpkin purée to the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until the mixture forms a sticky dough-like consistency.
- Form Bites: Using your hands, roll the mixture into small bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter, ensuring they are compact and hold together firmly.
- Chill: Place the formed bites on a tray or plate, and chill them in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
Notes
- You can adjust the protein powder amount to your preference for higher or lower protein content.
- For added sweetness, consider mixing in a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup.
- Store the bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Can be frozen for longer storage; thaw before serving.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger for extra spice variations.
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