Pumpkin Pistachio Energy Balls: A Healthy and Delicious Snack

For a rapid energy boost, these bite-sized pumpkin-pistachio energy balls are ideal. These energy balls are full of natural sweetness from Medjool dates, good fats from almonds, and comforting flavours from pumpkin and toasty spices. They taste great and are nutrient-dense. They’re simple to prepare, don’t need to be baked, and are a great meal prep item to have on hand all week. Excellent as a nutritious dessert, post-workout nourishment, or as a snack!

Ingredients

• ½ cup raw pistachios
• ¼ cup raw cashews
• 10 pitted Medjool dates
• ¼ cup canned or homemade pumpkin purée
• Pinch of sea salt
• ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Guidelines:

Step 1: Get the nuts ready

• Place the raw cashews and pistachios in a food processor.
  Pulse just long enough to finely grind the nuts without making nut butter.
• For texture, a few tiny bits are OK.

Step 2: Include the pumpkin and dates

• Toss in the pitted Medjool dates and pulse to chop them finely and combine them well with the nuts in the food processor.
• Incorporate the prepared or canned pumpkin purée, vanilla essence, cinnamon, sea salt, and pumpkin pie spice into the blend.

Third Step: Create the Energy Balls

After the mixture is well mixed, divide the dough into portions using a tablespoon or tiny cookie scoop.
To make tiny, bite-sized balls, roll each amount between your hands.

Step 4: Cool and Present

• To firm up, place the energy balls in an airtight container or on a plate and refrigerate for at least half an hour.
• The Pumpkin Pistachio Energy Balls are ready to eat once they’ve cooled.
• You may freeze them for longer storage or store them in the refrigerator for up to a week.

In summary
With the natural sweetness of dates, the seasonal flavours of pumpkin and spice, and the nutty richness of pistachios and cashews, these Pumpkin Pistachio Energy Balls are the perfect grab-and-go snack. They’re tasty, simple to prepare, and ideal for on-the-go energy boosts or a wholesome snack to sustain you through the day. Savour this healthy, no-bake dessert whenever you’re in need of a nourishing snack!