No Bake Pumpkin Energy Balls

pitted Mejool dates (about 8 ounces or 10-12 large dates)

old fashioned rolled or quick oats (gluten free if needed)

toasted pecan halves

pumpkin puree

pure maple syrup, plus additional 1-3 teaspoons as desired

chia seeds or ground flaxseed meal

pumpkin pie spice (or swap: 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/8 teaspoon cloves)

pure vanilla extract

maple flavor or maple extract (optional but delicious—I also love it in these pumpkin scones)

kosher salt