In celebrating the autumn season, I’ve created these Power Pumpkinlicious energy bites. I love my compact energy bites for either on-the-go or just to keep me fueled in between meals throughout my day. They are so versatile, easy to create without an oven and so very nutrient dense. Great for the whole family, especially with those picky eaters. It may be hard to resist just one, but at least they ARE good for you. So, cheers to pumpkin treats that you will feel great about enjoying this season!

 

SERVES: 20-25

 

INGREDIENTS:

1/2 cup peanut butter, organic

1/3 cup pumpkin puree, organic

1 tbsp maple syrup (pure), or raw honey

1 tsp pumpkin spice

1/4 tsp ginger, powdered

1/4 cup pumpkin seeds, raw

1/4 cup flax seed meal

1 cup rolled oats, organic or gluten-free style

sea salt, to taste

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

In a medium bowl, combine the wet ingredients ( peanut butter, sweetener, pumpkin puree and spices) and blend well with a spatula.

Next, add in flax seed meal, pumpkin seeds, rolled oats and sea salt; mix well until incorporated.

Place a cookie sheet with parchment on the table. Roll mixture between the palms of your hands, about 1 inch, and place on the preferred cookie sheet. Once rolled, you may place the treats in the freezer or refrigerator to set; for about an hour. Another option in storage is to place them in an airtight container when finished rolling for great on-the-go treats to take with you or just pop a couple out for a healthy snack. Enjoy!

 

 

NUTRITIONAL VALUE: calories 71, total fat 4.5g; sodium 42mg; potassium 88mg; total carbohydrates 5.6g; dietary fiber 1.5g; sugars 1.4g; protein 3g, vitamin A 13%; calcium 1% and Iron 7%. This treat is a no cholesterol, high in Iron and manganese, and very high in vitamin A and B6.

 

 

 

 

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