Pumpkin Pie Energy Balls Recipe

Ingredients :

• 250 mL (1 cup) pitted dates
• 60 mL (¼ cup) water
• 125 mL (1/2 cup) pecans
• 250 mL (1 cup) quick-cooking rolled oats
• 75 mL (1/3 cup) pumpkin puree
• 10 mL (2 tsp.) pumpkin pie spice
• 5 mL (1 tsp.) vanilla extract
• 60 mL (1/4 cup) unsweetened shredded coconut
• 125 mL (1/2 cup) mini chocolate chips
• 250 mL (1 cup) small granule of textured vegetable protein (TVP)

Preparation:

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, pour the dates and water. Cook for 90 seconds, then pour into a food processor. Let cool for a few minutes.
2. Add pecans, oats, pumpkin puree, spices, vanilla extract and coconut. Pulse a few times to mix well all ingredients.
3. Add chocolate and TVP. Pulse a few more times to get an even mixture.
4. Using your hands, form about 25 balls of 20 ml (4 teaspoons).
5. Store the energy balls in the refrigerator or freezer.

Makes: 25 balls
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 90 seconds
Freezing: Yes