Pumpkin Protein Bites

Prep: 15 minutes plus chilling
Makes: 16 (1 bite) servings

1.Line a large plate with parchment paper. In a food processor, pulse dates and oats on high until small crumbs form.

2.In a large bowl, stir pumpkin, almond butter, chocolate chips, honey, cinnamon and date mixture; roll into 1-inch balls and place on a prepared plate. Refrigerate 1 hour. Place in a resealable container. Makes about 16 bites.

Approximate nutritional values per serving:
129 Calories, 6g Fat (1g Saturated), 0mg Cholesterol, 19mg Sodium,
20g Carbohydrates, 3g Fiber, 11g Sugars, 3g Added Sugars, 3g Protein

Recipe Tip:
Shape the bites to resemble pumpkins by making small indentations on the top and bottom of each bite, then add a small mint leaf on top for the pumpkin’s stem.