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    Hummusapien » Recipes » Snacks » No-Bake Pumpkin Cookies (kid-friendly!)

    ★★★★★ from 5 reviews

    No-Bake Pumpkin Cookies (kid-friendly!)

    Published Sep 15, 2021 · Modified May 9, 2023 · by Alexis Joseph · 15 Comments

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    Easy healthy No-Bake Pumpkin Cookies made with whole grain oats, nut butter, maple syrup and spices. No bake and kid-friendly for snacking all week long!

    sheet tray of pumpkin cookies

    The no bake snack train is pullin' into the station! Inspired by my no-bake chocolate chip cookies, I can't get enough. Pumpkin pie smoothies are following close behind. Believe me when I say you're going to FALL hard.

    We're whipping up no bake chocolate chip pumpkin cookies today packed with pantry staples I know you've got on hand. Oats, almond butter, and maple syrup--oh my. Don't lie to me!

    The Registered Dietitian in me goes crazy for delish healthy snacks, breakfasts on the go with coffee, or an after dinner delight. If you've got ten minutes, you've got time to bust these out. We can doooo this!

    Ingredients

    • Oat flour: These cookies are packed with whole grain oatmeal for extra staying power and fab texture. I'm obsessed with snack recipes using oats! You can snag oat flour at the store or make your own by grinding old fashioned oats in the NutriBullet.
    • Pure maple syrup: My favorite natural liquid sweetener! Amazing flavor. You could also try agave or honey.
    • Pumpkin: Canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling. (Although that doesn't sound too shabby.)
    • Almond butter: To add healthy fats, nutty flavor, and to bind the cookies together. I use the drippy kind (Kirkland brand from Costco is my go-to). Cashew butter would work also here, or tahini for a nut-free version.
    • Ground flax: to help the cookies bind together plus a dose of fiber.
    • Vanilla extract + pumpkin pie spice: Fall flavor galore.
    • Salt: To bring out the sweetness. Never skip the salt!
    • Chocolate chips: Pumpkin and chocolate is an under-rated combo, folks.

    How to make

    bowl of flour and pumpkin

    All you need is one bowl and 5 minutes. Hooray!

    1. In a large mixing bowl, combine oat flour, flax, pie spice and salt.
    2. Add almond butter, maple syrup, pumpkin and vanilla. Fold in chocolate.
    3. Form into balls, refrigerate, and devour!
    glass bowl of cookie batter with wooden spoon

    What makes these cookies healthy?

    One wee cookie has nearly 4 grams of plant protein and 3 grams of filling fiber to help stabilize blood sugar. The epic combo of whole grain oats plus oodles of healthy fats from the nut butter and flax mean these cookies will stick with ya. 

    Pumpkin is also an excellent bioavailable source of vitamin A, which supports eye health. Half a cup packs 120% of the daily value!

    Can I make my own oat flour?

    Of course you can! Start with good ol' old fashioned oats and simply grind them in the blender until you reach a fine powder. Then measure out the 1 ½ cups of flour.

    plate of cookies with chocolate chips

    How to store

    You can keep cookies on the counter in an air tight container for up to 2 days. Store cookies in the fridge for up to a week to extend their shelf life. (I like them right out of the freezer, too.)

    You may notice the pumpkin flavor will heighten as they sit and get a nice fridge nap!

    How to make pumpkin pie spice

    Making DIY pumpkin pie spice is easy. For 1 tablespoon, use 1 ¾ teaspoon cinnamon, ¾ teaspoon ground ginger, ¼ teaspoon nutmeg, and ¼ teaspoon allspice.

    sheet pan of chocolate chip pumpkin cookies

    Can these be frozen?

    Yes! Place on a lined baking sheet in an even layer. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer-safe bag. They will stay fresh for up to 3 months.

    You can thaw them on the counter when you’re ready to eat or microwave them individually!

    More pumpkin recipes to adore

    • Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
    • Fluffy Vegan Pumpkin Muffins
    • Flourless Pumpkin Bread
    • Healthy Pumpkin Bars
    • Pumpkin Pie Bars with Pecan Cookie Crust
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    plate of cookies with chocolate chips

    No Bake Pumpkin Cookies Recipe

    ★★★★★ 5 from 5 reviews
    • Author: Alexis Joseph
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 0 minutes
    • Total Time: 10 minutes
    • Yield: 14 cookies 1x
    • Category: Snack
    • Method: No Bake
    • Cuisine: American
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    Description

    Easy healthy No Bake Pumpkin Cookies made with oats, nut butter, maple syrup and spices. No bake and kid-friendly for snacking all week long!


    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 1 ½ cups oat flour*
    • 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
    • 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice**
    • ¼ tsp fine sea salt
    • ½ cup almond butter
    • ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
    • ¼ cup pumpkin puree
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • ⅓ cup chocolate chips

    Instructions

    1. Line a baking sheet or Tupperware with parchment paper and set aside.
    2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together oat flour, flax, pumpkin pie spice and salt.
    3. Add almond butter, maple syrup, pumpkin and vanilla extract. If mixture is too thick, add almond milk or water to moisten, 1 tbsp at a time. Mix until smooth.
    4. Using your hands, form the batter into small balls and place them on the lined tray. Press each ball firmly into a cookie shape and top with chocolate chips. Refrigerate for 30 minutes, or until firm.

    Notes

    *You can make your own oat flour by grinding old fashioned oats in a blender until they form a fine powder.

    **If you don't have pumpkin pie spice, you can substitute use 1 ¾ teaspoon cinnamon, ¾ teaspoon ground ginger, ¼ teaspoon nutmeg, and ¼ teaspoon allspice.

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    Photos by The Nutritious Kitchen.

    About Alexis Joseph


    Oh HEY there! I'm Alexis Joseph, food writer, blogger, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), new mama, and co-founder of local restaurant group, Alchemy. I use my passion for cooking and wellness as fuel to help others ignite a more freeing and happy relationship with food. Learn more about Alexis!

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    1. Angelo says

      May 14, 2023 at 7:15 pm

      Hi Alexis , These NO BAKE Pumpkin Cookies look delicious. I was wondering if you could use or substitute Almond Flour instead of Oat flour to make this recipe.?
      Thanks in advance!
      Cheers!

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        May 15, 2023 at 1:52 pm

        Hi there, I haven't tested with almond flour--they would likely be too moist since almond flour has so much more fat and is less absorbent than oat flour. You'd probably need much more almond flour!

        Reply
    2. Kara McMickle says

      April 11, 2022 at 10:55 pm

      My 2.5 year old Logan loves these!! It was a fun recipe to make together

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 14, 2022 at 8:29 pm

        Awwww so fun, thank you Kara!!

        Reply
    3. Mary Kay Tornatore says

      October 28, 2021 at 2:49 pm

      These are amazing & so easy & quick to make. Will be making these on repeat!!! I am a big fan of yours Alexis!!!

      Reply
    4. Dina Sherman says

      October 26, 2021 at 11:41 pm

      Love these!!! Made them at least 4 times since this recipe came out for my toddler (and of course, myself). He keeps asking for more “cookies”!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    5. Dina Sherman says

      October 26, 2021 at 11:40 pm

      Love these!!! Made them at least 4 times since this recipe came out for my toddler (and of course, myself). He keeps asking for more “cookies”!! 😄

      Reply
    6. Kori Daniel says

      October 16, 2021 at 6:07 pm

      These are in-credible! I absolutely loved making them, & I look forward to enjoying them for snacks this week.

      Reply
    7. Kori Daniel says

      October 16, 2021 at 6:05 pm

      These are absolutely in-credible! I had the best time making them & look forward to having them for snacks.

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        October 19, 2021 at 10:11 am

        Thanks a million, Kori!

        Reply
    8. Dianne Poore says

      September 20, 2021 at 3:53 pm

      Yummy! I put chopped dates on top, and my husband adds chopped walnuts and sea salt to his snack.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        September 21, 2021 at 12:12 am

        Amazing, that sounds delish Dianne! Thank yoU!

        Reply
    9. Janelle says

      September 20, 2021 at 2:39 pm

      I looooove these. So good with coffee for a snack. Thanks for the recipe!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    10. Dylan says

      September 15, 2021 at 10:49 am

      I made these last week! They come together so quickly, and are great for an evening treat!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        September 15, 2021 at 2:17 pm

        Yayyy thank you Dylan!! Delish with coffee!

        Reply

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