Name: Pumpkin Spice Energy Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 2 Cups Oats; 1/2 Cup Creamy Peanut Butter; 1/2 Cup Pumpkin Purée; 2 Tbsp Chia Seeds; 1/4 Cup Honey; 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract; 1 Tsp Cinnamon; 1/2 Tsp Ground Ginger; 1/8 Ground Ginger; 1/8 Ground Cloves; 1/2 Cup Dark Chocolate Chips

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. 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