Pumpkin Pie Energy Balls

For a little shot of energy today, I’m sharing one of my favorite treats!
And since it’s Autumn in the USA, I’m adding in some ‘fall’ flavor!

Pumpkin Pie Energy Balls

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
• A drizzle of pure maple syrup
• 1 Tablespoon pumpkin spice
• Handful of raisins OR mini chocolate chips (or both!)

Instructions:
Mix well together. Cover the bowl and place in fridge for about an hour.
Remove and roll your mixture into balls. (If they feel too sticky, add in a little more oats).
Try not to eat too many at once (heh, heh) and store them in the fridge in an air tight container.

But wait, here’s the fun part…OPTIONS, lots of options!
Swap out the peanut butter for almond, cashew, or any type of nut butter (natural is always best)
In place of the chocolate chips use carob chips
You can also use gluten-free rolled oats
Dried cranberries instead of raisins
Throw in some pumpkins seeds or chopped walnuts or pecans
I often add unsweetened coconut flakes in mine-or roll the balls in it.
You can swap out the maple syrup for honey (if you’re not vegan)
Add in chia, flax, or hemp seeds.
Add in extra cinnamon or nutmeg to your liking
Add in cocoa powder or cacao

With all these options, every time I make these they come out differently depending on what ingredients I have on hand.

This weekend might be a fun time to make up a
batch with your own choice of ingredients.
Have fun with it!

And did you know? Pumpkin is rich in Vitamin A (anti aging!) and is full of antioxidants. It’s also rich in riboflavin, plus it has lots of folate, which is critical to our immune systems.

This beautiful orange veggie (gourde? squash?) also has vitamin C, beta carotene, and it’s packed with fiber, very low in calories, and contains no cholesterol.

Wow, now that will raise your vibe!