These pumpkin pie energy bites are a healthier way to enjoy the flavors of the season!
Course
Snack
Keyword
Shakeology
Prep Time20minutes
Total Time20minutes
Servings8servings, 2 energy bites each
Calories120kcal
AuthorRebecca Pardess
Ingredients
1cuppitted dates
warm water
½cupraw pecan halves (or pecan pieces)
⅓cupcanned pumpkin puree
¼cupunsweetened coconut flakes (reserve small amount for garnish)
1tsp.pure hazelnut extract (or pure maple extract)
1tsp.pure maple syrup
2tsp.pumpkin pie spice
1pinchsea salt or Himalayan salt
Instructions
Place dates in a medium bowl; cover with water. Let soak for 10 minutes. Drain. Set aside.
Place pecans in food processor; pulse until finely ground.
Add dates, pumpkin, coconut, extract, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, and salt; pulse until well mixed. Place in a medium bowl. Refrigerate, covered, for 30 minutes.
Using clean hands, roll into tablespoon-sized balls; roll in reserved coconut (if desired).
Store, refrigerated, in airtight container.
Recipe Notes
The Nutrition Facts box below provides estimated nutritional information for this recipe.
Nutrition Facts
Pumpkin Pie Energy Bites
Amount Per Serving (2 bites)
Calories 120Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Fat 6g9%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Sodium 20mg1%
Carbohydrates 17g6%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 13g14%
Protein 1g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.