Pumpkin Spice Protein Delights

Pumpkin Spice Protein Delights

These Pumpkin Spice Protein Delights are a healthy Indian-style snack made with pumpkin puree, oats, and protein powder. They are easy, quick, and perfect for guilt-free snacking.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 0 minutes mins

Ready In 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 8 bites

Course: Healthy Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: Indian Fusion

Calories: 85

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Ingredients

• 1 cup Pumpkin puree Homemade or canned
• 1/2 cup Rolled oats Ground lightly for better texture
• 1/4 cup Vanilla protein powder Any plant-based or whey
• 2 tbsp Peanut butter Smooth
• 1.5 tsp Pumpkin spice mix Or mix cinnamon + nutmeg + cloves
• 1 tbsp Honey Adjust to taste

Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Spatula

Method

 

1. Add pumpkin puree, oats, protein powder, peanut butter, pumpkin spice, and honey in a mixing bowl.
2. Mix everything well using a spatula until a soft dough forms.
3. If the mixture feels sticky, add a little more oats. If dry, add a spoon of pumpkin puree.
4. Roll the mix into small bite-sized balls using your hands.
5. Refrigerate for 20 minutes to set and enjoy.

Notes

Store these bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. They make a great post-workout snack.

Dietitian’s Tip & How to Fit This into Your Meal Plan

With zinc-rich pumpkin seeds and plant protein, these bite-sized treats are perfect for post-workout recovery or mid-morning hunger control. To align these with your muscle recovery goals, check our Balanced Diet Chart for Muscle Gain and our daily Indian Balanced Food Chart.

Abhinav

Abhinav is the Founder of Diet Dekho, helping people manage weight and lifestyle health through simple, practical nutrition and personalized diet plans.