No Bake Pumpkin Energy Bites

Oats, almond butter, pumpkin and spices are combined to create these hearty No-Bake Pumpkin Energy Bites. The perfect pre- or post-workout snack—or just a little somethin’-somethin’ to curb your sweet tooth cravings.

These no-bake pumpkin energy bites are quite possibly the perfect homemade snack. They’re easy to make, packed with good-for-you ingredients, but they taste like little oatmeal cookie balls—with the added bonus of pumpkin pie spice.

(If you pumpkin spice makes you weak in the knees, you absolutely must try this Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini and Pumpkin Spice Creme Brûlée. But maybe get some fainting salts first because yes, they are swoon-worthy.)

The other thing I love about these little energy bites is that they make a fast breakfast or snack. Instead of sitting down to a bowl of Pumpkin Overnight Oats, just pop a few of these bites and you’ll be on your way. Because they’re pretty calorie dense, a few of them is all you need to feel full and satisfied!

Ingredients for No-Bake Pumpkin Energy Bites

Here’s a quick rundown of what you’ll need for this recipe. For the full measurements, scroll down to the recipe card.

• Pumpkin puree – Not pumpkin pie filling or pumpkin pie mix; these are sweetened and spiced, and they’ll make your pumpkin energy bites too sweet.
• Almond butter – Or unsalted creamy peanut butter or sunflower seed butter if you have a nut allergy.
• Maple syrup – I love the combination of maple and pumpkin, but honey would also work well.
• Pumpkin pie spice – Here’s how to make your own pumpkin pie spice.
• Rolled oats – Also known as old-fashioned oats. They give these energy bites a hearty, chewy texture.
• Ground flax meal – Healthy fats, y’all! 
• Unsalted pumpkin seeds – Pepitas add some crunch and more healthy fats.
• Dried cranberries – Or raisins, if you prefer.
• Whole flax seeds – Chia seeds or hemp hearts can be swapped in for the whole flax seeds if you like.

How to Make Pumpkin Energy Bites

This recipe is easy as can be! Here’s what you’ll need to do.

1. Mix. Stir together the ingredients and chill for up to 20 minutes.
2. Roll. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and set them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
3. Chill. Place the pan in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to solidify.
4. Serve or store. Eat the pumpkin energy bites now or transfer them to a storage container.

Tips for Making Pumpkin Energy Bites

These tips will help you make sure your no-bake pumpkin energy bites turn out perfect!

• Use a cookie dough scoop. This helps make sure all your energy bites are roughly the same size, and it’s easier to remove the oat mixture than using a measuring spoon since you can squeeze the handle to eject the contents.
• Make it your own. As long as you keep the proportions more or less the same, you can tweak this recipe and try different ingredients. I would just keep the base—the oats, nut or seed butter, and pumpkin—the same to make sure the energy bites hold together. (For another variation, try these Oatmeal Raisin Energy Bites or No Bake Cherry Pecan Chia Energy Bites.)
• Chill on a rimmed baking sheet. This helps keep the balls from rolling off the sides of the pan!

How to Store Pumpkin Energy Bites

Because this is a no-bake recipe, it needs to be refrigerated. These pumpkin bites will last in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

For longer storage, you can freeze your energy bites in a freezer bag or airtight container for up to 2 months. Let them thaw in the fridge overnight before enjoying, or just let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes. (You can also eat them directly from frozen, but it’s an acquired taste!)

What to Serve With Pumpkin Energy Bites

• Coffee Smoothie
• Starbucks Copycat Crème Brûlée Latte
• Berry Yogurt Parfait
• How to Make Hard Boiled Eggs
• Dirty Chai Latte
• Salted Caramel Vanilla Iced Latte

More Pumpkin Recipes

• Baked Pumpkin Donuts
• Pumpkin Chia Pudding
• Pumpkin Roll
• The Best Pumpkin Cheesecake
• Pumpkin Pie
• Pumpkin Ice Cream

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