Description
These Healthy Pumpkin Seed & Cranberry Energy Balls are a quick and nutritious no-bake snack combining gluten-free oats, nuts, seeds, and natural sweeteners for a perfect energy boost.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3/4 cup gluten-free rolled oats
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/4 cup raw pumpkin seeds
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Step 1: Combine the Dry Ingredients
3/4 cup gluten-free rolled oats 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes 1/4 cup raw pumpkin seeds 1/4 cup sliced almonds In a large mixing bowl, add the gluten-free rolled oats, dried cranberries, unsweetened coconut flakes, raw pumpkin seeds, and sliced almonds. Stir everything together until the mixture looks well combined and evenly distributed. - Step 2: Incorporate the Wet Ingredients
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter 1/4 cup pure maple syrup Add the creamy peanut butter and pure maple syrup to the bowl with your dry mixture from Step 1. Use a sturdy spoon or spatula to mix very well, working the wet ingredients throughout until everything is thoroughly combined. If you find the mixture is too wet, I recommend adding a bit more oats; if it’s too dry, just mix in a little extra peanut butter until you reach your preferred consistency. - Step 3: Serve and Enjoy
Once fully mixed, your oat and nut mixture is ready to eat as is! You can shape it into energy balls or bars, or simply scoop out portions as a snack. I like to chill mine in the fridge for 15-20 minutes for firmer bites, but that’s totally optional.
Notes
- Chilling the mixture in the fridge for 15-20 minutes makes for firmer bites but is optional.
- If the mixture is too wet, add more oats; if too dry, add more peanut butter to reach preferred consistency.
