Introduction

These No-Bake Pumpkin Spice Energy Bites are a quick, wholesome snack perfect for busy days. Packed with warm pumpkin spice flavors and wholesome ingredients, they offer a delicious boost without any oven time.

A beige bowl filled with a pyramid of 11 round energy bites, each with a rough texture showing bits of oats and a light golden-brown color. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface scattered with a few dark chocolate chips and oat flakes. In the background, blurred orange pumpkins add a warm, autumn feel to the scene. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 cup old-fashioned oats
½ cup almond or peanut butter
⅓ cup pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
¼ cup honey or maple syrup
½ tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
Pinch of salt
Optional add-ins: mini chocolate chips, chopped pecans, flaxseed, dried cranberries

Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, mix the oats, nut butter, pumpkin puree, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until fully combined.
Step 2: Check the texture. If too dry, add 1 teaspoon of almond milk. If too wet, add more oats.
Step 3: Gently fold in any optional mix-ins you like.
Step 4: Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 10 to 15 minutes to firm up.
Step 5: Using damp or lightly oiled hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
Step 6: Store the energy bites in the fridge for up to one week, or freeze them for up to three months.

Tips & Variations

Chilling before rolling helps prevent crumbly bites.
Roll the bites in cinnamon sugar for a sweet, sparkling finish.
Add flaxseed to boost fiber or mini chocolate chips for extra sweetness.
These bites make thoughtful homemade gifts when packed in jars.

Storage

Keep the energy bites refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze them in a sealed container for up to three months. To enjoy, thaw in the fridge or at room temperature. No reheating is needed—these bites are perfect cold.

How to Serve

A beige bowl filled with a pyramid stack of round, golden-brown energy balls that have a rough texture with visible oats and small dark specks, sitting on a white marbled surface with some scattered rolled oats and dark brown chocolate chips around it. In the background, there are blurred orange pumpkins that add a warm, autumn feel to the image. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use pumpkin pie filling instead of pumpkin puree?

It’s best to use pure pumpkin puree because pumpkin pie filling contains added sugars and spices, which can alter the flavor and texture of the bites.

What can I substitute for nut butter?

You can use sunflower seed butter or soy nut butter if you have nut allergies. Just choose a creamy, spreadable alternative for similar texture and binding.

No-Bake Pumpkin Spice Energy Bites Recipe

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These No-Bake Pumpkin Spice Energy Bites are a quick, wholesome snack perfect for fall or any time you need a nutritious boost. Made with oats, pumpkin puree, almond or peanut butter, and warm pumpkin spice, they offer bite-sized goodness with big nutrition. Easy to prepare with no cooking required, they are perfect for on-the-go fuel or gifting.

Author: Dana
Prep Time: 10 minutes plus 10–15 minutes chilling
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: Approximately 14 energy bites 1x
Category: Snack
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

1 cup old-fashioned oats
½ cup almond or peanut butter
⅓ cup pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
¼ cup honey or maple syrup
½ tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
Pinch of salt

Optional Add-ins

Mini chocolate chips
Chopped pecans
Flaxseed
Dried cranberries

Instructions

Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, thoroughly combine the oats, almond or peanut butter, pumpkin puree, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until fully blended into a uniform mixture.
Adjust Texture: If the mixture feels too dry, add 1 teaspoon of almond milk to moisten. If too wet, sprinkle in additional oats gradually until you achieve a firm but pliable texture.
Add Mix-ins: Gently fold in any optional ingredients such as chocolate chips, chopped pecans, flaxseed, or dried cranberries to your preference.
Chill Mixture: Place the bowl in the refrigerator and chill for 10 to 15 minutes. This step helps the mixture firm up and makes it easier to handle.
Form Balls: Using damp or lightly oiled hands, roll the chilled mixture into 1-inch diameter balls, shaping evenly.
Store: Transfer the pumpkin spice energy bites to an airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

Chilling before rolling helps prevent a crumbly texture and makes handling easier.
For an extra touch of flavor and fun, roll energy bites in cinnamon sugar before storing.
These bites make great homemade gifts packed in jars or perfect snacks for busy, active days.

Keywords: No-Bake, Pumpkin Spice, Energy Bites, Healthy Snack, Fall Snack, Easy Recipe, Vegan Option