Pumpkin PB Cookie Dough Bites

There’s not one word in that title that’s not appealing to me. Pumpkin everything cuz yes, am I right? These delicious lil bites were a snap to make and used a few clean ingredients. I pop one or two for a satisfying midday treat with an iced coffee, or for a guilt free dessert. They store in the fridge for a week, or the freezer for up to 6. Such a fabulous, seasonal treat to have on hand during holiday time.

Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups old fashion oats
1/3 cup shelled hemp seeds
1/2 cup natural peanut or almond butter
1/2 cup pumpkin purée
1/3 cup pure maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla
3/4 cup chocolate chips. I used sugar free Lily’s)

Combine all ingredients except chocolate chips in a food processor. Pulse to form a dough. Mix in chips. Place in a bowl covered in plastic wrap in the fridge for an hour to overnight (prep hack!). The dough should be firm enough to easily form into balls. When ready, form into bite size balls. Store in an airtight container lined with parchment paper.
If you’re offering these for dessert, keep cold in fridge until right before serving so they keep their shape. Platter then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate, for quick and efficient fridge to table.