Irresistible Pumpkin Balls Recipe – Easy Fall Treats
These irresistible pumpkin balls are the perfect bite-sized fall treat, bursting with warm spices, creamy texture, and just the right amount of sweetness. They’re ridiculously easy to make with just a handful of ingredients.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/3 cup almond butter
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1/4 cup chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or dried cranberries
- Coating options: crushed graham crackers, shredded coconut, powdered sugar, or melted chocolate
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine canned pumpkin, rolled oats, almond butter, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until evenly combined.
- Add optional mix-ins like chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or dried cranberries. Stir gently to distribute.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to firm up the mixture.
- Scoop out about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball with your hands. Place each ball on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roll each ball in your preferred coating—crushed graham crackers, shredded coconut, powdered sugar, or melted chocolate. If using melted chocolate, let the balls set on the parchment paper until the coating hardens.
- Return the coated pumpkin balls to the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to firm up before serving.
Notes
If the mixture feels too sticky while rolling, lightly wet your hands or add a bit more oats to the mix. Experiment with different coatings for variety, and make ahead for even better flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pumpkin ball
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 2
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