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    Hummusapien » Recipes » Snacks » Pumpkin Pie Protein No-Bake Bites

    Pumpkin Pie Protein No-Bake Bites

    Published Sep 24, 2015 · Modified Nov 8, 2021 · by Alexis Joseph · 142 Comments

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    These easy, cakey Pumpkin Pie Protein No-Bake Bites have the flavor of pumpkin pie, but are secretly packed with protein and fiber! Vegan, gluten-free, paleo, and kid-friendly.

    I have this thing for bites that taste like cake. And I don't even love cake.

    These easy, cakey Pumpkin Pie Protein No-Bake Bites have the flavor of pumpkin pie, but are secretly packed with protein and fiber! Vegan, gluten-free, paleo, and kid-friendly.

    I think it's more of a texture thing. When it comes to desert, I would take chocolate (pie, cookies, tort, brownies, whatever) over white cake any day. It just doesn't do it for me. But that light and fluffy cakey texture...sign me up, baby!

    Coconut flour is unique because not only does it lends that fabulous cakiness to sweets, but it's also LOADED with fiber, low in fat, and naturally slightly sweet. Coconut flour is basically a gift from the baking gods. Or the no-baking gods?

    These easy, cakey Pumpkin Pie Protein No-Bake Bites have the flavor of pumpkin pie, but are secretly packed with protein and fiber! Vegan, gluten-free, paleo, and kid-friendly.

    Most no-bake bites are loaded with nuts, which I totally adore. But....BUT, when you're being attacked by your sweet teeth and one bite won't cut it, it's nice to have a low-fat version made without nuts that allows you to eat, oh I don't know...half the batch. Doesn't that sound fun?

    As cakey as it can be, it sure does need a lot of moisture. These pumpkin pie protein no-bake bites are adapted from my favorite lemon coconut no-bake bites, which use applesauce and almond milk for moisture as well. I got my coconut flour for super cheap at Trader Joe's. Since they all differ, you may need to add a bit more coconut flour or almond milk to get the right texture. They shouldn't taste dry, but they shouldn't be too wet, either!

    Wondering which protein powder to use? I used Vega Vanilla Protein + Greens as my plant-powered protein of choice in this recipe. You can also easily make this recipe without protein powder by using the alternate recipe listed below.

    These easy, cakey Pumpkin Pie Protein No-Bake Bites have the flavor of pumpkin pie, but are secretly packed with protein and fiber! Vegan, gluten-free, paleo, and kid-friendly.

    Today I'm teaming up with by blog babes Arman, Sarah, Kylie, Julia, and Lindsay to feature the nutrition powerhouse that is pumpkin. Carotenoids are the potent phytonutrients that make pumpkin orange, and there's no shortage of these plant compounds (alpha and beta carotene) here! Did you know that eating pumpkin can help lower your risk of heart disease and a variety certain cancers? You'll also get 100% of the daily value of vision-boosting Vitamin A from just a ½ cup serving of cooked pumpkin. Did I mention it's super low in calories and high in filling fiber?

    Got leftover pumpkin? I know you're using them in this pumpkin pie smoothie or these paleo pumpkin bars!

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    Pumpkin Pie Protein No-Bake Bites

    ★★★★★ 4.5 from 22 reviews
    • Author: Alexis Joseph, MS, RD, LD
    • Prep Time: 10 mins
    • Total Time: 10 mins
    • Yield: 12-15 bites 1x
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    These easy, cakey Pumpkin Pie Protein No-Bake Bites have the flavor of pumpkin pie, but are secretly packed with protein and fiber! Vegan, gluten-free, paleo, and kid-friendly.


    Ingredients

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    For the protein powder version:

    • 9 Medjool dates, pitted (place in bowl of warm water if hard and dry)
    • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
    • 3 tbsp pumpkin puree (canned pumpkin)
    • ¼ cup almond milk
    • ½ tsp vanilla extract
    • ½ cup coconut flour
    • 1 scoop (30g) vanilla brown rice protein powder (I like Vega Vanilla Protein + Greens)
    • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
    • ½ tsp cinnamon
    • 2 tbsp cacao nibs or chocolate chips (optional)

    For the non-protein powder version:

    • 12 Medjool dates, pitted (place in bowl of warm water if hard and dry)
    • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
    • 3 tbsp pumpkin puree (canned pumpkin)
    • 2 tbsp almond milk
    • ½ tsp vanilla extract
    • ½ cup coconut flour
    • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
    • ½ tsp cinnamon
    • 2 tbsp cacao nibs or chocolate chips (optional)

    Instructions

    1. Place dates, applesauce, pumpkin, almond milk, and vanilla in a large food processor. Blend until pureed, scraping down the sides as needed.
    2. Add coconut flour, brown rice protein (is using first recipe), pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon. Blend until a ball of "dough" forms. If it's too wet, add a bit more coconut flour. If it's too dry, add a bit more almond milk.
    3. Stir in cacao nibs. Roll into 12-15 bites.
    4. Store in the refrigerator or freezer.

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    Now let's have a look-see at what the other brought to the pumpkin party!

    Roundup Collage-Pumpkin

    Julia brought Paleo Pumpkin Pie. Hayyyy, sweet toothie tooth!

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    Kylie made us a delish breakfast with these Single Serving Pumpkin Oatmeal Pancakes.

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    Got three minutes? Whip up these easy microwave Pumpkin English Muffins from my bud Arman!

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    How creamy and awesome does this Pumpkin Yogurt Dip a la Lindsay look?

    Pumpkin Yogurt Dip 2

    In case the pancakes didn't fill you up, Sarah made you adorable Pumpkin Breakfast Cookies.

    Pumpkin Breakfast Cookies

    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. ANna says

      November 25, 2020 at 9:06 pm

      tried the no protein powder version and it was too wet. Added more coconut flour twice and it was still too wet. I'm putting it in the oven to try to save it a little. The flavor with out chocolate chips wasn't very tasty in my opinion. Fine, but not great. I don't think I'll be making it again. I love the idea of incorporating pumpkin into the no bake bites though.

      ★★

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      • Alexis Joseph says

        November 25, 2020 at 10:23 pm

        Hey Anna, I'm sorry to hear these weren't for you. I've found the absorbency of coconut flour can vary greatly across brands. If it's really wet and you need to use a lot more coconut flour to get the texture right, I could see that diluting the flavor. If you try them again, you could do less applesauce and up the spices.

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    2. Rose says

      October 07, 2020 at 11:16 pm

      Just made these and used the vegan protein version. I was pleasantly surprised at the light pumpkin flavor and airy texture of these fall festive balls. Thank you for sharing this vegan recipe.

      ★★★★★

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      • Alexis Joseph says

        October 08, 2020 at 1:19 pm

        Of course, so glad you enjoyed them!

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    3. emma says

      December 06, 2019 at 12:43 pm

      Only change I made was adding just a little extra pumpkin because I absolutely LOVE a lot of pumpkin flavor in everything. This is a great recipe, I’m obsessed with them! Thank you for sharing!

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      • Alexis Joseph says

        December 06, 2019 at 4:53 pm

        Wahoo! An oldie but a goodie 🙂

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