Pumpkin Spice Protein Balls

These no-bake pumpkin spice protein balls are the perfect fall snack. They’re quick to make, easy to grab on the go, and packed with protein and fiber to keep you full. I love keeping a batch in the fridge during pumpkin season (my boys snack on them too!).

Ingredients (makes 12 balls)

• 1 cup rolled oats (can blend half into oat flour for smoother texture)
• ½ cup natural nut butter (almond, cashew, or peanut)
• ½ cup pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (I love using Promix | Code SAM)
• 3 tbsp honey or maple syrup (adjust for sweetness)
• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (or mix cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, clove)
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of sea salt
• 2 tbsp mini dark chocolate chips or chopped pecans

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine oats, protein powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
2. Add nut butter, pumpkin purée, honey/maple, and vanilla. Mix until well combined.
3. If the mixture feels too sticky, add more oats. If too dry, add a splash of almond milk.
4. Fold in chocolate chips or pecans if using.
5. Roll into ~12 balls and place on a parchment-lined plate or tray.
6. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Nutrition (per ball, with almond butter + honey + chocolate chips)

• Calories: 110 cal
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 11 g
• Fat: 5 g

Tips & Variations

• Swap nut butter for sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
• Use monk fruit sweetener instead of honey/maple to lower sugar.
• Roll balls in shredded coconut, cocoa powder, or crushed graham crackers for a fun coating.
• Freeze a batch so you always have a quick fall-flavored snack ready.