Pumpkin spice protein ball showdown 👀🎃
Ingredients:
-1 cup One Degree sprouted rolled oats
-1/2 cup pumpkin puree (canned, unsweetened)
-serving vanilla whey protein powder
-1/4 cup almond butter (or peanut/nut butter)
-1/4 cup pure maple syrup or raw honey
-1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
-1/2 tsp Ceylon cinnamon
-1 tsp vanilla extract
-1/4 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, protein powder, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon.
2. Add pumpkin puree, almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
3. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
4. Roll mixture into 1-inch balls (use a cookie scoop for even sizing).
5. Place balls on a parchment-lined tray and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to firm up.
6. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freezer for 1 month.
Macros (per ball): 100 cal, 5g protein, 12g carbs, 4g fat (varies with add-ins)