No-Bake Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Energy Balls
These Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Energy Balls come together with a handful of simple ingredients for a sweet, nutritious snack. Quick and easy to make with no baking required, they’re perfect for breakfasts, post-workout snacks, or after-school treats!
The BEST No-Bake Pumpkin Energy Balls
We’re big fans of no-bake bites around here! They’re the perfect way to sneak in nutrients in a recipe the whole family will eat. And with pumpkin season in full swing, we knew we had to expand our seasonal collection of pumpkin recipes with these no-bake pumpkin spice energy bites!
All you have to do is combine the ingredients, shape, and eat. It’s so easy the kids can do it. Even better, the balls store well, making them great for meal prep.
Secretly full of nutrients, they’re bursting with warm fall flavors and rich chocolate in every delectable bite!
Recipe Ingredients
Below is an overview of the ingredients and instructions for this recipe. Please be sure to scroll down to the recipe card below for the complete details!
- Dates – These add sweetness and act as a “glue” holding the balls together.
- Honey – Pure maple syrup will also work.
- Molasses – This adds a rich taste.
- Vanilla Extract – Use pure vanilla extract, not imitation vanilla for the best flavor!
- Pumpkin Puree – Make sure to use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, which has added spices and sweetener.
- Ground Flax Seed – Not only are flaxseeds a great source of fiber and healthy fats, but they also help the balls hold their shape. Chia seeds will also work if preferred.
- Pumpkin Pie Seasoning – We use our homemade pumpkin spice blend, but store-bought options will also work!
- Sea Salt – A little goes a long way to enhance the rest of the ingredients.
- Old-Fashioned Oatmeal – Also known as rolled oats. Do not substitute quick oats or steel-cut oats! If needed, look for oats that are certified gluten-free.
- Almonds – For a nutty flavor and extra fats.
- Dark Chocolate Chips – Use dairy-free chocolate chips if needed, and feel free to substitute milk chocolate or even white chocolate varieties.
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How to Make Pumpkin Energy Balls
- Combine. Add the dates, honey, molasses, vanilla, and pumpkin puree to a food processor. Pulse on low until the ingredients are well blended.
- Pulse. Add the flax seeds, pumpkin pie spice, salt, oats, almonds, and chocolate chips. Pulse gently until combined.
- Shape. Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls, roughly the size of grapes. Enjoy!
Tip: If the mixture is too wet to hold its shape, add more oats. Or, if it is too dry, add more honey, and pulse to combine!
Common Questions
Store these healthy treats in an airtight container, pumpkin bites will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Yes! Freeze these pumpkin energy balls for up to 3 months. To do so, transfer them to a sealable bag, or flash-freeze them first. Enjoy frozen, or thaw at room temperature or in the fridge.
We haven’t tested it, but think it would work! You’ll just need to add more liquid in order to get the balls to hold their shape.
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No-Bake Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Energy Balls
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted and dried dates
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 Tablespoon molasses
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie mix)
- 2 Tablespoons ground flax seed
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie seasoning
- 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 1/2 cups old fashioned oatmeal
- 1 cup sliced almonds (see notes)
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a food processor, add the dates, honey, molasses, vanilla, and pumpkin puree. Process on LOW until the ingredients are well blended.1 cup pitted and dried dates, 1/4 cup honey, 1 Tablespoon molasses, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1/4 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie mix)
- Add in the remaining ingredients and pulse until the mixture forms into a ball.2 Tablespoons ground flax seed, 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie seasoning, 1/8 teaspoon sea salt, 1 1/2 cups old fashioned oatmeal, 1 cup sliced almonds, 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
- Roll into small bites (size of a large grape) and store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or the freezer for 3 months.
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