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Cozy No-Bake Pumpkin Pie Energy Bites: Easy 5-Minute Recipe

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These no-bake pumpkin pie energy bites are quick, easy, and packed with fall flavors. Made with simple ingredients like oats, peanut butter, pumpkin puree, and warm spices, they’re perfect for a healthy snack or dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (natural, no-stir style)
  • 1/3 cup pumpkin puree (100% pure pumpkin)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup (pure maple syrup)
  • 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (pure vanilla extract)
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons shredded coconut (optional, for rolling)

Instructions

  1. Chill your pumpkin puree first: About 15 minutes before you start, scoop your pumpkin puree into a small bowl and pop it in the fridge. Cold pumpkin puree makes the dough much easier to handle.
  2. Mix the wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir together until fully incorporated and uniform in color.
  3. Add the dry ingredients: Sprinkle the oats, flaxseed, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt over the wet mixture. Stir until a thick, chunky dough forms with no dry patches.
  4. Get your hands in there: Wash your hands thoroughly, then knead the dough right in the bowl. Squeeze and press until the texture holds together when squeezed—like damp sand. Adjust with a teaspoon of maple syrup or water if too dry, or a tablespoon of oats if too wet.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips: If using, sprinkle the mini chocolate chips over the dough and knead them in with your hands until evenly distributed.
  6. Chill the dough: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes. This step is optional but makes rolling easier.
  7. Roll into bites: Line a baking sheet or plate with parchment paper. Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll between your palms to form a smooth ball. Place on parchment. Repeat until all dough is used (about 18-20 bites).
  8. Coat if desired: If using shredded coconut, pour into a small bowl and roll each bite in it right after shaping.
  9. Final chill: Place the baking sheet in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to firm up. After chilling, transfer to an airtight container for storage.

Notes

Chill the pumpkin puree beforehand for easier handling. If dough is too sticky, chill it before rolling. These bites taste even better the next day as flavors meld. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.

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