PUMPKIN SPICE protein balls 🎃

Try this simple recipe for 🎃Pumpkin Spice Peanut Butter & Oatmeal Protein Balls🎃

INGREDIENTS:

- 1 cup rolled oats

- 1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)

- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup

- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)

- 1-2 tablespoons ground flaxseeds (optional for added fiber)

- 1-2 tablespoons hemp seeds (optional for added nutrients)

- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- A pinch of salt

- 1/4 cup mini chocolate raisins (or chocolate chips)

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine oats, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, hemp seeds, ground flaxseed & salt.

2. Add wet ingredients: Stir in peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, pumpkin puree & vanilla extract. Mix until everything is well combined.

3. Add optional mix-ins: Fold in the mini chocolate chips or raisins.

4. Chill the mixture: Refrigerate the mixture for 20-30 minutes to make it easier to handle.

5. Form the balls: Once the mixture is firm, roll it into 1-inch balls.

6. Store: Place the protein balls in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to a week or freeze them for up to 3 months.

These are great for a quick snack or a healthy energy boost!

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