Pumpkin spice protein bites are a great energy snack

Need a new pumpkin spice recipe?

Can you sense it? Summer is winding down. Kids are returning to school. The nights are getting cooler. That means pumpkin spice season is not too far off!

Soon you won’t be able to walk down the sidewalk without seeing offerings for pumpkin spiced lattes or other concoctions connected to the versatile orange gourd or its usual flavors. And it’s a rare holiday celebration that doesn’t include pumpkin pie or some other pumpkin creation as they are great roasted, pureed for soups or used in other baked goods or no bake treats.

Health benefits of pumpkin

While some pumpkin recipes can be considered indulgent, they are not necessarily void of nutritional value. Pumpkins and other hard squashes contain carotenoids, which are phytonutrients, or plant nutrients, as well as powerful antioxidants.

They support your immune system, eye health and skin health. Pumpkins specifically have beta-carotene, which our bodies convert into vitamin A, a key support for vision health.

If you’re looking for a way to incorporate more pumpkin into your diet while also getting other needed nutrients along with some protein to fuel your day, we have the perfect recipe for you.

These pumpkin pie protein bites call for vanilla XS™ Protein Pods, although chocolate would be the bomb, too! You can also use Nutrilite™ Organics Plant Protein Powder in vanilla or chocolate or unflavored protein powder, just remember to adjust the recipe accordingly to make up for the lack of flavor and sweetness. And feel free to get creative with other add-ins like pumpkin seeds, pecans, dried fruits or a chocolate coating!

XS Pumpkin Pie Protein Bites

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup almond butter
• 1/3 cup pumpkin purée
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 2 XS Protein Pods or equivalent powder
• 1 cup oatmeal
• 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1 tsp pumpkin spice

Instructions:

Mix together almond butter, pumpkin, honey and vanilla in a large bowl. Stir in contents of two XS Protein Pods (or the equivalent amount of other protein powder) followed by the remaining dry ingredients.

Roll the mixture into balls (about 1 inch or 2 ½ centimeters) and place on a baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least two hours. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Now you have an easy snack to grab when you’re getting low on energy and are looking for a quick boost of protein.

Learn more

Want to see more recipes using XS Protein Pods or Nutrilite Organics Plant Protein Powder? Check out more blogs at Amway Connections. And to learn more about the products, click on the links below.

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