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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. Filled with ground oats, pumpkin puree, peanut butter, and spices, these energy bites are the perfect treat for fall!

pumpkin energy balls piled together

**August 2019 update! This recipe was originally posted in august 2014. i decided that the photos desperately needed updating, so i reshot the recipe (but still kept the ingredient list and directions the same)!**

At the end of each week I want to shout “It’s finally Friday!” Why do the weekdays take forever to end, but the weekends just fly by? So not fair if you ask me! I love to relax and enjoy the weekends in the beautiful fall weather. The hubster and I have been on-the-go lately, and it will be nice to kick back and have a (somewhat) lazy weekend.

With all of the hustle and bustle of our lives lately, we’ve been more tired than usual.  So to help keep us energized and ready to go, I whipped up a batch of these Pumpkin Pie Bites.

What Makes These Pumpkin Pie Bites So Great

  • These pumpkin balls take just like the pie, but in a smaller form!
  • They’re super fast to make – you just need 10 minutes!
  • They’re packed with health ingredients that will give you a boost of energy!

a group of pumpkin pit bites

Easy and healthy snacks are a sure winner in my book. If you’ve tried my Peanut Butter Energy Bites or these Peanut Butter Banana Energy Bites (which I make on a monthly basis), you know how good energy bites can be. So in honor of fall, I decided to modify my favorite recipe and turn it into a pumpkin-filled treat!

And guess what? These Pumpkin Pie Bites literally took just minutes to prepare. That’s it! Instead of using whole oats, I ground them up in a food processor. This ensures that you get a smooth treat, which maximizes the pumpkin flavor. I also used Jif Whipped Pumpkin Spice Peanut Butter to mold these bites together. Have you tried that yet? Amazing! You simply mix your wet ingredients, stir it into the ground oats, and shape into balls. Told you it was easy!

Cooking Tips

  • 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.
  • These pumpkin balls will keep covered in the refrigerator for up to two weeks – if they last that long!

Variations

  • Switch up the peanut butter with a different nut butter like almond, cashew, or pecan!
  • Try maple syrup instead of honey to add more fall flavor!
  • If you want a little crunch with these bites, finely chop some nuts and roll the bites in the nuts before putting them in the fridge!

pumpkin energy balls with a bite taken out

How to Make Pumpkin Pie Bites

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

Once you bite into these cuties, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to Thanksgiving, where pumpkin pie is plentiful. Full of flavor and easy to pop ‘n go, I guarantee these Pumpkin Pie Bites will be your favorite healthy treat!

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grouping of pumpkin pie bites
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Pumpkin Pie Bites

These Pumpkin Pie Bites are a healthy, no bake version of the classic dessert, but made easy without all of the prep work. Filled with ground oats, pumpkin puree, peanut butter, and spices, these energy bites are the perfect treat for fall!
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword fall dessert, fall recipe, pumpkin dessert, pumpkin recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 20 bites
Calories 67kcal
Author Gayle

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup pure pumpkin
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ½ cup Jif Whipped Pumpkin Spice Peanut Butter or regular peanut butter, slightly melted - see note below
  • ¾ cups old-fashioned oats ground in food processor
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin, honey, and peanut butter.
  • Add in oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice. Stir well.
  • Using a small spoon or scoop, roll into balls.
  • Refrigerate for 15-30 minutes, or until firm, if needed.

Notes

If you used the Jif Whipped Peanut Butter, there is no need to melt it first, as it's light and relatively thin by itself. If you use regular creamy peanut butter, than you will need to melt it slightly.
Pumpkin Pie Bites will keep covered in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | 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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Comments

  1. Laura says

    Keep up the delicious pumpkin (and spice) recipes coming Gayle, these look awesome! Love the lower calories (and high in energy) pumpkin bite option!! Great snack after crunching over a few leaves of a fall walk. Even better.......seems so easy to make. Just what we need right now. No baking required which is perfect too!
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    • Gayle says

      Thanks so much, Laura! These bites are super easy to whip up and taste just like pumpkin pie! Definitely my new favorite fall snack so far! And no-bake treats are always a winner in my book!
      Reply

  2. Michele @ Two Raspberries says

    Happy Friday!!! ok so yeah I agree with the first 2 sentences... why does the week take so long but the weekend goes by SO fast... 100 percent NOT fair!... anyways, Gayle, these look totally delicious!... they sound like the prefect thing to keep ya going PLUS satisfy the sweet tooth ;-)
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    • Gayle says

      I'm glad you agree, Michele! I think all weekends should be three day ones! :) Thanks so much for the pumpkin love!
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    • Gayle says

      Thanks, Kelly! I love creating different kinds of energy bites. So much fun to make and even better to eat! Have a great weekend!
      Reply

  5. Heather @ Shards of Lavender says

    Gayle, I haven't heard of the Pumpkin Spice Peanut Butter from Jif, but will definitely be looking for it the next time I'm at the store. In the meantime, I'm going to make these this morning for our snack with regular peanut butter. Thanks for the healthy recipe and enjoy the relaxing weekend with your husband!
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    • Gayle says

      I hope you can find this peanut butter flavor, Heather! Jiff also makes a whipped maple brown sugar one that is incredible! I hope you enjoy these bites! And have a great weekend, too!
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      • Gayle says

        Heather, I am so glad that you liked these bites! Thank you so much for letting me know, too. That totally made my day! Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

  6. Mira says

    I love all your pumpkin spice recipes, but this one is just great! I also feel like I need extra energy and these are just perfect. I've been experimenting with a lot of energy bytes recipes, but never tried adding peanut butter or pumpkin spiced one :)
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    • Gayle says

      Thanks so much, Mira! I originally made peanut butter energy bites a few months ago and loved them! So I decided to modify those for a fall treat. So much fun to experiment with!
      Reply

  8. Stacey @ Bake.Eat.Repeat. says

    Those look really good Gayle! I love pumpkin anything, and I can't wait to try these. We don't have pumpkin spice peanut butter here though, I'll have to try them with regular peanut butter. It's always so annoying hearing about cool products in the states that we don't get in Canada!! :) Something else on the list to try next time I'm there I guess!
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    • Gayle says

      Thanks for the kind words, Stacey! That's too bad about the peanut butter! I'm sure if you add in some extra pumpkin pie spice, it will taste just as good! :)
      Reply

  9. Sarah @ The Gold Lining Girl says

    Wow, these sound awesome! I did not know such a thing as pumpkin spice peanut butter exists, but now that I know about it, I NEED it. PB is my favorite food in the first place, but add in pumpkin spice? These little bites look delicious. I've seen your name a few places recently, and I had to see stop to check things out because any blog with "pumpkin" in it is bound to be great! :)
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    • Gayle says

      You definitely need to try this, Sarah! The pumpkin peanut butter is amazing! And since it's whipped, it's creamier, too! :) I'm so glad you found my blog and I hope you love my pumpkin recipes!
      Reply

  12. Helen @ Scrummy Lane says

    I've been wanting to try making some of these kinds of 'energy bites' for ages, but this recipe really appeals to me. I like the fact that they'll end up smooth ... and that you've added in a little bit of that spicy peanut butter. Pinning these!
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    • Gayle says

      Thanks so much for the kind words and pin, Helen! I love the fact that these bites are smooth, too. Ground the oats, instead of leaving them whole, really enhances the flavor to me. I hope you love these if you try them!
      Reply

  14. Natalie @ Tastes Lovely says

    I woke up this morning, and it took me a few minutes until I realized it was Friday. Then I was all, "Helloooooo Friday!" and had a smile on my face as I left the house. I just love Fridays : ) Hurray for more pumpkin recipes! I should really invest in pumpkin stock with how much pumpkin I've been using. Ha! These energy bites sound deeelish! Have a great weekend friend : )
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    • Gayle says

      Fridays are definitely the best! I just wake up happier and work seems better, too! :) Oh my gosh, I would be the queen of pumpkin stock, Natalie! I have used so many cans of pumpkin so far this year, and have a good handful of cans still left in my kitchen. Have a great weekend, too!
      Reply

  15. Mary Frances says

    THAT PB. I must get that peanut butter asap. I love that you used actual pumpkin puree in this, too, and not just the spice. Energy bites are my favorite thing (because, let's be honest, instant gratification :) ) Pinning!
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    • Gayle says

      You must find this peanut butter, Mary Frances! It's life-changing! :) And instant gratification is always the best! Thanks for the kind words and pin!
      Reply

  17. Danielle says

    I love making energy bites, they're perfect for a quick healthy snack. I love this version, especially because they're pumpkin. Making these this weekend!
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    • Gayle says

      Thanks, Danielle! These pumpkin pie bites are so delicious, especially since they combine pb and pumpkin, my two faves! Hope you love these if you try them!
      Reply

  21. Mir says

    Wow! I've been out of commission for a couple of days and this is a lovely recipe to come back to! I love this spin on energy bites, once more true to your blog name. :) Fantastic recipe, Gayle!
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    • Gayle says

      Thanks, Mir! I love making energy bites and experimenting with different combinations. This one turned out amazing! :)
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    • Gayle says

      Thanks, Thalia! The pumpkin and peanut butter held these bites together so well. I can't wait to see your recipe with these, I'm sure it will be fabulous!
      Reply

  24. Tash says

    I adore your pb energy bites! The work week is so weird...for most part, it drags. Yet come the end of the week, I'm always like "Wtf?! Where did that go?!". Then I have to look at the long list of things that I didn't quite manage to accomplish haha! I hope you enjoy your chilled out weekend :) I can't wait to give these a go. Pinned x
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    • Gayle says

      Thanks so much, Tash! And I totally agree with you, the week seems to drag when it's around Wednesday, but when Friday hits, it seems like it comes fast! Hope you had a great weekend, too!
      Reply

  26. Jen @ Baked by an Introvert says

    I always wish for the weekends to be longer. I think the week days and weekends should be reversed. 5 day weekends and 2 day work weeks. ;-) These pumpkin pie bites sound so tasty and simple. They would be the perfect snack for this busy weekend. I'm on the hunt for this peanut butter as soon as I get home! Pinned!
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    • Gayle says

      Ha ha I definitely agree, Jen! I hope you find the pumpkin spice peanut butter, it's amazing! And that so much for the kind words!
      Reply

    • Gayle says

      This would be a great pre-workout snack, Lindsey! I hope you love them if you try them. And thanks for the pin, girl!
      Reply

  32. cakespy says

    HA! So I found myself thinking "I want to find some cool pumpkin recipes, wonder what Pumpkin n spice is up to?" and then I was gratified to find these! Lovely!
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  33. Blair says

    These look like the perfect easy fall snack! Thanks for the reminder about that Jif Pumpkin Spice whipped PB -- I buy it every year and I need to stock up this season. So good!
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  34. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

    I've never had that PB before and don't recall seeing it, but now I'll have to be on the look out because I bet it's amazing! These bites are pretty awesome too and totally acceptable for breakfast...though I know I'd eat 6 for sure! Pinned and happy Monday to ya!
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    • Gayle says

      That peanut butter usually comes out every fall, though I haven't found it yet, either! Thanks for the pumpkin love, friend!
      Reply

  35. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    Giiiiirl, you were making bites before bites were even a popular thing!!! Look at you, you trend setter! You should lay claim to making bites popular! I'd back you! ;) So glad you updated these, because I missed them the first time around, and they look AMAZING! You know I'm just starting to get my pumpkin eating on, so I can't wait to add these to the list of things to try! Pinned! Cheers!
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  37. Karly says

    OMG YESSSS! These look SO perfect- just the little poppable snack I need to have around instead of candy or the like ;) Love!
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    • Gayle says

      Hi Brandi! I've never used flax seed in these before, but I think that would be fine. Hope you enjoy and thanks for stopping by!
      Reply

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