These healthy pumpkin chocolate chip energy bites are a delicious and nutritious Halloween snack to make with your kids! Definitely dietitian- and kid-approved!
Fall, to me, means pumpkin-spiced everything.
I can’t get enough of these pumpkin-spice muffins these yummy pumpkin waffles, and of course, pumpkin-spice lattes. Not only does pumpkin add a delicious flavour and vibrant colour, but it also adds loads of nutritional value, containing lots of potassium, beta-carotene and fibre.
Because I’m all about “quick and easy” these days, I’ve been making lots of no-bake energy/protein bites (or “balls” depending on what you like to call them).
My kids love them, they pack a punch when it comes to nutrition and they’re super easy to make. I find that they are the perfect after-school, or on-the-go snack on busy days. Naturally, I had to make a pumpkin-spice version of these, and decided to add chocolate (of course), oats and maple syrup for a bit of sweetness.
I hope you enjoy them as much as we do!
Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Spice Energy Bites
These quick and easy energy bites have a dose of pumpkin for added flavour and a nutrition boost. A perfect healthy treat!
Ingredients
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup nut butter of choice
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp cloves
- 1/2 tbsp vanilla
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a large bowl, mix well.
- Form 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet. Cover and freeze for one hour before eating!
- Store in the fridge or freezer.
Is it 1/2 cup chia seeds? It currently just says 1/2 chia seeds. Thanks!
Ah! Thank you, Danielle for letting me know! I have updated the recipe to say 1/2 cup chia seeds :). Enjoy!!