Pumpkin Pie Energy Balls!

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter is lower in saturated fat and provides a different flavor.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup is a natural sweetener with a unique taste.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: cacao nibs

Dark chocolate adds antioxidants while cacao nibs offer a lower sugar option.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds are nutrient-dense and often more affordable.

Soften 1/2 cup pitted dates in warm water for a few minutes.

In a food processor, blitz 1/2 cup walnuts, 1/4 cup pecans, and 1 cup oats into a coarse mixture.

Add the softened dates, 1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup (or date syrup), 1/2 cup pure pumpkin puree, and 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin spice to the food processor.

Pulse the mixture until it starts to form a ball.

If the mixture seems too wet, add more oats, walnuts, or pecans. If it's too dry, add more pumpkin or a splash of the water the dates soaked in.

Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop the dough and roll it between your palms to form smooth balls.

Store the energy balls in a sealed container in the fridge for 1 to 2 weeks or in the freezer for longer.

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