Iced Pumpkin Pie Energy Bites
These Iced Pumpkin Pie Energy Bites are a fun no-bake twist on traditional pumpkin pie. They pack in tons of flavor and are a healthy, nutrient-dense snack made from rolled oats, pumpkin puree, almond flour, walnuts, dates, almond butter, pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon.
Servings: 16 bites
Ingredients
Pumpkin Pie Energy Bites
- 1½ c rolled oats
- ⅔ c pumpkin puree
- ⅔ c almond flour
- ½ c dates, pitted (heaping)
- ¼ c walnuts
- 2 Tbsp almond butter or peanut butter
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
Pumpkin Spice Icing
- 1½ Tbsp vegan or unsalted butter
- 3 to 4 Tbsp confectioner's sugar (more if desired)
- ½ Tbsp vanilla unsweetened almond milk
- ¼ tsp pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Combine the rolled oats, pumpkin puree, almond flour, dates, walnuts, almond butter, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon in a food processor and blend on high until smooth. Pause several times to scrape down the sides and continue pulsing.
- Once the ingredients are blended together they should begin to form a large semi-sticky ball of dough. When that happens, stop the food processor.
- Use a small spoon to scoop a bite-size portion of dough. Roll the dough into a ball in your palm. Set aside on a plate and repeat until all bites are made.
- Melt butter in a microwave safe bowl. Whisk in the almond milk and pumpkin pie spice. Add confectioner's sugar 1 tablespoon at a time until you reach the desired icing consistency. We have found that using 3 to 4 tablespoons creates the perfect consistency for lightly drizzling, without being too thick or too runny.
- Drizzle icing over protein balls and sprinkle with extra pumpkin pie spice, if desired. Enjoy! Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.