These Pumpkin Pie Bites taste just like the classic dessert, but in mini form, and without all of the prep work. Filled with ground oats, pumpkin puree, honey, and spices, these healthier bites are the perfect treat for fall!
**August 2017 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). i also kept the original post/story below that i wrote three summers ago!**
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’m so excited to be able to relax and enjoy the beautiful fall weather this weekend. 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.
These Pumpkin Pie Bites taste just like the classic dessert, but in mini form, and without all of the prep work. Filled with ground oats, pumpkin puree, honey, and spices, these healthier bites are the perfect treat for fall! And because they’re packed with healthier ingredients, these bites are lower in calories and perfect for a quick snack to keep you going all day long.
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 Jiff 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!
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!
Looking for more pumpkin recipes? I’ve got you covered!
Yields 18-20 bites
These Pumpkin Pie Bites taste just like the classic dessert, but in mini form, and without all of the prep work. Filled with ground oats, pumpkin puree, honey, and spices, these healthier bites are the perfect treat for fall!
10 minPrep Time
10 minTotal Time
Save RecipeIngredients
- 1/4 cup pure pumpkin
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup Jiff Whipped Pumpkin Spice Peanut Butter (or regular peanut butter, slightly melted) - see note below
- 3/4 cups old-fashioned oats, ground in food processor
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 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.
- Enjoy!
Notes
If you used the Jiff 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.
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