Thursday Group 4
These pumpkin energy balls are perfect for a quick easy snack. We found this recipe on Pinterest and thought it was a perfect snack for college students. As students ourselves we have very limited time to make food and prioritize nutrition. The pumpkin balls combine both of those. They take very little time to prepare, and they are perfect for meal prep. They are also very nutritious and totally customizable. These energy balls have the perfect balance of carbohydrate, fat, and protein! The carbohydrates will help you feel energized, the fat content will help you feel full longer, and the protein will aid in muscle recovery along with longer satiety! They become very convenient when you need to grab a quick snack or add some protein to your meal.
Cost Breakdown
| Ingredients | Amount Needed for Recipe | Unit Cost of Ingredient | Recipe Ingredient Cost |
| Old Fashioned Rolled Oats | 2 Cups | $2.48/18 oz can | $2.21 |
| Natural Creamy Peanut Butter | ½ cup | $3.98/40 oz jar (½ cup = 8 oz) | $0.80 |
| Pumpkin Puree | ½ cup | $1.17/15 oz can | $0.62 |
| Chia Seeds | 2 tablespoons | $8.88/32 oz bag | $0.27 |
| Honey | ¼ cup | $3.74/12 oz bottle (¼ cup = 2 oz) | $0.64 |
| Vanilla Extract | 1 teaspoon | $6.97/ 2 oz bottle | $0.63 |
| Ground Cinnamon | 1 teaspoon | $1.24/ 2.5 oz bottle | $0.09 |
| Ground Ginger | ½ teaspoon | $2.24/ 1.5 oz bottle | $0.13 |
| Ground Cloves | 1/8 teaspoon | $0.99/ 2 oz bottle | $0.01 |
| Dark Chocolate Chips | ½ cup | $7.37/ 20 oz bag | $2.95 |
| TOTAL RECIPE COST | $39.06 | $8.35 | |
| TOTAL RECIPE COST | $1.63 | $0.35 |
Instructions
- Gather ingredients and mix in a large bowl. Make sure everything is combined evenly.
2. Using a 2 Tbsp cookie scoop, scoop balls, roll, and place on a parchment lined baking sheet
3. Place balls in fridge for 30 minutes to allow them to set
4. ENJOY
