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Oat and pumpkin no-bake bites
These oat and pumpkin no-bake bites are the perfect snack for on the go, busy days, or lunch kits. With only a few ingredients needed to prepare these, they will surely become a family favourite!
Ingredients
ServingsOriginal: Serves 18
- rolled oats750 mL (3 cups)
- pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)250 mL (1 cup)
- natural almond or peanut butter or non-nut alternative250 mL (1 cup)
- maple syrup125 mL (½ cup)
- cinnamon5 mL (1 tsp)
- vanilla7 mL (½ tbsp)
Quantities are auto-calculated from the original recipe as a guide. Items without numbers (e.g. “to taste”) are not changed.
Method 3 steps
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well. If mixture is too dry, add more nut butter; if mixture is too wet, add more oats.
Using a tablespoon, scoop mixture in your hand and shape into 2.5 cm (1-inch) balls. Place on a baking sheet.
Cover and freeze for one hour before eating!
