Pumpkin Pie Protein Bites

Sport nutrition is key for endurance athletes. Try these protein bites for a balanced hit of protein, carbs, and healthy fats. These will satisfy your sweet tooth without causing inflammation. Quick to make, and easy to eat on the go!

Pro Tip: these are an excellent fuel source to eat while on the bike!

Ingredients

1/4 cup Collagen Peptides

1/3 cup Coconut Flour

1/4 cup Peanut Butter

1/4 cup Pumpkin Puree (not pumpkin pie filling, this is loaded with sugar!)

1/4 cup Maple Syrup or Honey (or a mix of both!)

1 tsp Ground Cinnamon

1 tsp Ground Ginger

1/2 tsp Nutmeg

1 pinch Sea Salt

Instructions

In a bowl, add the dry ingredients and stir well to combine.

Add the peanut butter, pumpkin, syrup and spices to the dry ingredients, and mix well. A dough consistency ball will form.

Roll into 1 inch balls.

Pro tip: wet your hands with water before rolling so that the dough doesn’t stick to your hands!

Refrigerate for 15 minutes, and enjoy!

Makes 12 1 inch balls

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 10 days, or in the freezer for 3 months.

Macronutrients

Per 1 ball

Carbohydrates: 7g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 3g
Total calories: 83

Adapted from Kylene Bogden’s Cookie Dough Energy Bites
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