These Pumpkin Pie Bites are a healthy, no-bake version of the classic dessert, but made easy without all of the prep work. Made with ground oats, pumpkin purée, peanut butter, and warm spices, these pumpkin energy balls make the perfect fall treat!

pumpkin energy balls piled together

If you’ve tried my peanut butter banana energy bites, then you already know just how delicious and convenient energy bites can be.

But now that fall is in full swing, I’ve been craving all things pumpkin, and that inspired me to give my go-to recipe a cozy seasonal twist.

My pumpkin pie bites capture all the warm, spiced goodness of pumpkin pie, but in the form of nutritious, no-bake energy balls.

They’re soft, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying…perfect for a midday boost or a quick grab-and-go breakfast.

a group of pumpkin pie bites

Ingredients:

This recipe is one of my favorite ways to enjoy a seasonal pumpkin snack.

  • Pure pumpkin puree
  • Honey
  • Peanut butter 
  • Old-fashioned oats
  • Chia seeds
  • Ground cinnamon
  • Pumpkin pie spice 

To create a smooth and cohesive texture, I blend the oats in a food processor before mixing. This step helps the bites hold together better and allows the pumpkin flavor to shine through.

How to Make:

  1. In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, honey, and peanut butter.
  2. Add in the oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice. Stir well.
  3. Using a small spoon or scoop, roll the mixture into balls with your hands.
  4. Refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes, or until firm, if needed.
pumpkin pie bites with a bite taken out

Tips and Tricks:

  • If you used the Jif Whipped Peanut Butter, there’s not need to melt it first as it’s light and relatively thin by itself.
  • If you use a regular creamy peanut butter, you many need to melt it slightly before combining it with the other ingredients.
  • Be sure to use pumpkin puree and not pumpkin pie filling, otherwise these energy bites will end up much sweeter.

Recipe Variations to Try:

  • Instead of honey, you can maple syrup to add more fall flavor.
  • If you don’t keep chia seeds on-hand, flax seeds could be substituted. 
  • Switch up the peanut butter with a different nut butter like almond, cashew, or pecan.
  • For a little crunch, finely chop some nuts and roll the bites in the nuts before putting them in the fridge!
pumpkin pie bites piled in a small tin

How to Store:

Store these in an airtight container in the refrigerator, where they’ll stay fresh for up to two weeks.

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grouping of pumpkin pie bites
Gayle Bialas

Pumpkin Pie Bites

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These Pumpkin Pie Bites are a healthy, no-bake version of the classic dessert, but made easy without all of the prep work. Made with ground oats, pumpkin purée, peanut butter, and warm spices, these pumpkin energy balls make the perfect fall treat!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 20 bites
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 67
Ingredients Method Nutrition Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup pure pumpkin
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter (see note below)
  • 1 cup oat flour (I like to grind old-fashioned oats)
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, add the pumpkin, honey, and peanut butter and stir well to combine.
  2. Add in the ground oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice. Stir well.
  3. Using a small spoon or scoop, roll into balls. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

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Notes

  • If using creamy peanut butter, it should mix well into the pumpkin mixture. However, you can warm it just slightly so it’s easier to stir, if needed.
  • Pumpkin Pie Bites will keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bite, Calories: 67kcal, Carbohydrates: 7g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 4g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 30mg, Potassium: 64mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 477IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 10mg, Iron: 1mg

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