Super easy pumpkin pecan energy balls

Energy balls are quick and easy to make.  They’re great to have on hand this time of year, to avoid all the candy that surrounds us.  The dates in this recipe give them there nice sweet taste along with fiber and nutrients.  These energy balls are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Pumpkin Pecan balls are paleo friendly, packed full of healthy fats, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals!  No need to feel guilty for enjoy these sweet treats!

Ingredients

1/3 cup pumpkin purée

1/2 pecans

1 cup pitted medjool dates

1/4 cup unsweetened coconut

2 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp cinnamon

1/4 nutmeg

Directions

1. Soak dates in a bowl of water for 20 minutes, to soften them. Then drain the water.

2. Place pecans in a food processor and pulse until finely ground.  Add in the rest of the ingredients.  Pulse until combined.

3. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes

4. Roll dough into small balls using your hands.

5. Store in the refrigerator.

Note:  You can also roll them in coconut, pecans or cacao powder!