Pumpkin spice bites with oats, chocolate, and pecans deliver cozy fall flavors, ready in 45 minutes.
# Components:
→ Base
01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
03 - 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
04 - 1/4 cup natural almond butter
05 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Mix-ins
10 - 1/3 cup mini dark chocolate chips
11 - 1/4 cup chopped pecans
12 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes
→ Optional Rolling Coating
13 - 2 tablespoons coconut flour
14 - 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
15 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
# Directions:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, maple syrup, almond butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
02 - Add rolled oats, chia seeds, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt to the wet mixture, stirring until evenly distributed.
03 - Gently fold in mini dark chocolate chips, chopped pecans, and coconut flakes until thoroughly combined.
04 - Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes to allow it to firm up, making it easier to shape into bites.
05 - Using clean hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the chilled mixture into 20 evenly sized balls, each about 1 tablespoon in size.
06 - If desired, mix coconut flour, powdered sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Roll each energy bite in the coating mixture for added sweetness and presentation.
