Save Soft, spiced, and nutritious, these no-bake bites combine pumpkin, oats, and gingerbread spices for a wholesome snack reminiscent of pumpkin muffins.
I first tried making these energy bites on a chilly fall afternoon when I was craving something cozy yet healthy. They turned out perfectly spiced, soft, and satisfying—a treat that my family asks for every autumn!
Ingredients
- Old-fashioned rolled oats: 1 1/4 cups
- Almond flour: 1/2 cup
- Ground flaxseed: 1/4 cup
- Ground cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground ginger: 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon
- Ground cloves: 1/4 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Canned pumpkin purée: 1/2 cup
- Almond butter: 1/4 cup (or sunflower seed butter for nut-free)
- Maple syrup: 1/4 cup
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Molasses: 1 tablespoon
- Mini chocolate chips: 1/3 cup (optional)
- Chopped pecans or walnuts: 1/4 cup (optional)
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Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, almond flour, ground flaxseed, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Stir well.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together pumpkin purée, almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and molasses until smooth.
- Form Dough:
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Stir until a thick dough forms.
- Add Mix-Ins:
- Fold in chocolate chips and nuts, if using.
- Shape Bites:
- With clean hands or a cookie scoop, form the dough into 1-inch balls. Place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Chill:
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes to set. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Save My daughter loves helping roll the dough into balls, making this a fun and easy kitchen activity we enjoy together as a family.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, whisk, measuring cups and spoons, cookie scoop or spoon, parchment paper
Allergen Information
Contains tree nuts from almond flour and almond butter. Gluten-free if certified oats are used. Nut-free variation available by using sunflower seed butter and omitting nuts.
Nutritional Information
Estimated per bite: 95 calories, 4.9 g total fat, 11 g carbohydrates, 2.2 g protein
Save Enjoy these gingerbread pumpkin muffin energy bites for a wholesome snack, sweet breakfast, or a lunchbox treat any time of year.
Recipe Questions
- → Can I make these energy bites nut-free?
Yes, use sunflower seed butter instead of almond butter and leave out the nuts for a nut-free version.
- → Are these pumpkin bites gluten-free?
They can be gluten-free if you use certified gluten-free oats in the mixture.
- → How long do the bites stay fresh?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week; they remain soft and flavorful.
- → Can I add extra fiber or protein?
Yes, chia seeds or additional flaxseed boost fiber and nutrients without altering texture.
- → Is it possible to substitute honey for maple syrup?
Honey may be used in place of maple syrup for a different flavor profile and added sweetness.
- → Do I need to bake these bites?
No baking is required—just mix, shape into balls, and chill to set.
