High Protein Pumpkin Bites (Printable)

Spiced pumpkin and protein come together in these bite-sized no-bake treats. Naturally sweetened, packed with nutrients, and perfect for autumn snacking.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
02 - 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
03 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
04 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
05 - 1/8 tsp ground ginger
06 - Pinch of salt

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
08 - 1/4 cup almond butter or peanut butter
09 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
10 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Add-Ins

11 - 2 tbsp mini dark chocolate chips (optional)
12 - 2 tbsp chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, protein powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
02 - In a separate bowl, stir together pumpkin puree, nut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
03 - Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir until well combined and a thick dough forms.
04 - Fold in chocolate chips and nuts, if using.
05 - Scoop out heaping tablespoons of the mixture and roll into balls using your hands (about 1 inch in diameter).
06 - Place the bites on a parchment-lined tray or plate.
07 - Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to help them set.
08 - Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week, or freeze for longer storage.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • No oven required, so you can make them even when it is too hot to bake or you just want a quick treat
  • Each bite packs protein without that chalky protein powder taste you might be expecting
  • The spice blend hits all the right autumn notes while staying naturally sweetened
02 -
  • The dough might seem dry at first but keep mixing and it will come together as the oats absorb moisture
  • If the mixture is too crumbly to roll, add a teaspoon of water or maple syrup
  • These need the chilling time to hold their shape, so don't skip the fridge step
03 -
  • Wet your hands slightly before rolling to prevent the dough from sticking to your palms
  • Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized bites that look professional

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