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Oat and pumpkin no-bake bites
These oat and pumpkin no-bake bites are the perfect snack for on the go, busy days, or lunch kits. With only a few ingredients needed to prepare these, they will surely become a family favourite!
Prep time
10 min
Cook time
0 min
Servings
18 (makes 36 bites)
Ingredients
- 750 mL (3 cups) rolled oats
- 250 mL (1 cup) pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 250 mL (1 cup) natural almond or peanut butter or non-nut alternative
- 125 mL (½ cup) maple syrup
- 5 mL (1 tsp) cinnamon
- 7 mL (½ tbsp) vanilla
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well. If mixture is too dry, add more nut butter; if mixture is too wet, add more oats.
- Using a tablespoon, scoop mixture in your hand and shape into 2.5 cm (1-inch) balls. Place on a baking sheet.
- Cover and freeze for one hour before eating!
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Tips
- Can't find pumpkin purée? Try 1 cup of mashed ripe bananas instead.
- For added crunch, try adding 125 ml (½ cup) of unsalted chopped nuts, hemp seeds, chia seeds or unsweetened coconut flakes at step 1.
- Kids can help mix ingredients and form 1-inch balls to freeze. Have fun trying out different shapes such as hearts and stars.
- Refrigerate extras for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
