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No Bake Pumpkin Pie Bites

By Laura Fuentes Updated Jul 31, 2024

4.91 from 30 votes

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These no-bake pumpkin pie bites are super easy to make and great year round!

These no-bake pumpkin pie bites are a healthy treat made with real ingredients and pumpkin spice. It’s the perfect snack to pair with a pumpkin spice latte or Iced Coffee.

I’m taking all the flavors of pie and rolling them into healthy pumpkin pie bites- without the mess and fuss of making dough or turning on the oven!

pumpkin pie bites in a small white bowl

Pumpkin Pie Bites

When asked to create a pumpkin-inspired snack that’s gluten-free, these no-bake bites were born. They are chewy, sweet, and have just the right touch of cloves, ginger, and cinnamon. You could classify them under healthy desserts and I guarantee you will be asked to make these again and again.

Pumpkin recipes are one of the most popular recipes in my collection and I’m glad to know that you love pumpkin as much as I do!

These bites are also a terrific appetizer idea for a Thanksgiving dinner. It’s why I included them on my Giving Thanks menu, a holiday menu with 20+ recipes to choose from, including desserts and starters!

pumpkin bites on a tea towel

Ingredients

Real ingredients packed with flavor and nutrition come together for the ultimate fall-inspired snack! To make this No-Bake Pumpkin Pie Bites you will need:

  • Raisins or dates: add nutrition and natural sweetness.
  • Pecans: cashew pieces or walnuts. Use sunflower seeds to make it nut-free.
  • Pumpkin puree: the heart of these bites! You can use leftovers from other pumpkin recipes.
  • Unsweetened shredded coconut: quick oats make a great swap!
  • Vanilla: add that delicious dessert flavor we all love!
  • Pumpkin pie spice: or you can make your own with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. 

You’ll find the measurements in the recipe card below.

With four kids in the house, I can never have enough snacks on hand. Recently, I’ve found myself making more bite-sized snacks that satisfy both the need for a snack and the craving for something sweet.

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How to Make Pumpkin Pie Bites

To make this recipe you will need a food processor, it’s the best way to create a thick and smooth paste needed for the chewy texture of these bites. Here’s the step-by-step:

  1. Soak the raisins
    Place the raisins in a bowl of warm water and soak for 10 minutes. Drain out the excess water making sure to squeeze out the extra water with a clean kitchen cloth.
  2. Make the paste
    In a food processor, process the raisins and nuts until they form a smooth paste. Add the puree, coconut, vanilla, and pumpkin spice. Pulse a few times until the ingredients are combined.
  3. Chill out
    Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Shape
    Once chilled, use a spoon to scoop the mixture into your hands, about a tablespoon worth for each bite, and shape them into balls. Place the bites in a large airtight container, in an even layer. Refrigerate for up to 4 days.

You can also watch how they’re made in this video:

As you can see in the YouTube video, you can store extras in an airtight container in the fridge. If you have pumpkin lovers in the house, you might want to double the batch.

More Recipes with Pumpkin

Knowing these pumpkin bites are in my refrigerator makes me happy, because I know there is always a little taste of fall waiting for me. And if you do too, you’ll want to try these incredible Pumpkin Brownies and this Frozen Pumpkin Pie. More delicious treats? These Pumpkin Scones and this easy Pumpkin Pancakes recipe are the best fall breakfast ever!

No-Bake Pumpkin Pie Bites

bowl of pumpkin snack bites
Servings: 16 small bites
Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
Total Time: 10 minutes mins
These no-bake pumpkin pie bites are super easy to make and great year round!
4.91 from 30 votes
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Watch how it’s made:

Ingredients

  • 1 cup raisins or dates*
  • ½ cup pecans, cashew pieces, or walnuts
  • ⅓ cup pumpkin puree
  • ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice*

Instructions

  • Place raisins in a bowl and cover with hot water. Let them soak for 10 minutes, and drain water making sure to squeeze out excess water from raisins. *Omit this step if using dates.
  • In a food processor, place raisins and nuts, until they are finely ground and have formed a paste. Then add pumpkin puree, coconut, vanilla, and pumpkin spice (or cinnamon + nutmeg + cloves).
  • Pulse a few times until combined. Use a spatula to scrape the sides of the bowl and combine the ingredients. Remove the blade and place the food processor bowl in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Once cooled and the texture has thickened, proceed to form small balls with the dough using your hands.
  • Refrigerate pumpkin snack bites in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Notes

Out of pumpkin spice? No problem. Use ½ teaspoon cinnamon + ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg + ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves.
You can also substitute shredded coconut with quick oats.

Equipment

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Nutrition

Serving: 1bite | Calories: 62kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 93mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 797IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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  1. Sheena says

    August 21, 2022 at 7:47 pm

    5 stars
    Can i use a coffee grinder and a blender instead of food processor?

    Reply
    • Laura Fuentes says

      August 22, 2022 at 9:43 am

      Sure!

      Reply
  2. Holly says

    December 07, 2021 at 6:36 pm

    5 stars
    Can I use almonds?

    Reply
    • Laura Fuentes says

      December 08, 2021 at 11:34 am

      I have not made this recipe with almonds so I can’t recommend swapping them for pecans and walnuts, which have a softer texture.

      Reply
  3. Anne says

    December 06, 2021 at 5:40 pm

    3 stars
    I am not sure what happened here, but this did not work for me. The dates did not turn into anything close to a paste with the nuts. The dates broke down a little, but not much. Maybe my food processor was just too big for the small amount of ingredients? I don’t know. I just had to doctor this up a lot to make it remotely useable. Flavors were fantastic, though.

    Reply
  4. Cathy Gaul says

    November 23, 2021 at 5:15 pm

    5 stars
    Is it possible to use dried cranberries? Might be good! I don’t have any raisins atm,

    Reply
    • Laura Fuentes says

      November 24, 2021 at 4:09 pm

      Unfortunately, cranberries, even when soaked to reconstitute, do not have as much moisture as raisins. Try dates instead.

      Reply
  5. Catlover says

    September 26, 2021 at 1:20 pm

    5 stars
    I know this is an older post, but I’ve just come across it and would like to know if I need to soak the dates? Mine are a bit dry (mejool dates I believe).

    Reply
    • Laura Fuentes says

      October 04, 2021 at 6:09 pm

      Typically, you do not need to soak fresh-er dates since they have a much higher water content than raisins. That said, some older dates do dry out, so yes, soaking them will add a bit more moisture to the mix.

      Reply
  6. Taven Robertson says

    August 17, 2021 at 4:49 pm

    5 stars
    Made this pumpkin snack and it’s super delicious. It’s so hard to stop at one bite!

    Reply
  7. Jenna Marie says

    August 13, 2021 at 3:40 pm

    5 stars
    I followed this recipe to a T and drained out the excess water from plumping the raisins so the mixture wouldn’t be too wet. I used unsweetened shredded coconut (next time I will use the oats suggestion) and the pumpkin spice. The flavor was perfect. It definitely took 30 minutes in the fridge before they weren’t “too sticky” to handle. I’ll be making these on repeat!

    Reply
  8. Georgia says

    December 16, 2020 at 10:04 am

    Just made the pumpkin pie bites and I a hooked. But mine turned out much darker, and too sticky to make nice round shapes. I put them in the freezer to thicken up but they are still soft. What did I do wrong? Too much raisins? I followed the recipe exactly. The taste is delicious despite the appearance. . .

    Reply
    • Laura Fuentes says

      December 16, 2020 at 4:12 pm

      Georgia, thank you for trying this recipe. Sometimes, the coconut flakes are the culprit. I am assuming they are the unsweetened type, correct? If you have coconut flour around, remix the mixture with 1-2 teaspoons to absorb the excess moisture.

      Reply
      • Nichole Race says

        January 17, 2021 at 2:52 pm

        This worked like a charm for me!

        Reply
        • Laura Fuentes says

          January 20, 2021 at 2:43 pm

          I’m glad you enjoyed them!

          Reply
  9. Janet says

    February 11, 2019 at 12:23 am

    These look wonderful, I’m looking for recipes to use up my leftover pumpkin from the holidays. Can you suggest a substitute for raisins, to bring the sugar count down a little? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Laura Fuentes says

      February 13, 2019 at 1:33 pm

      I do not have a substitute for the raisins that I’ve tried other than prunes and dates.

      Reply
  10. Edenis says

    October 18, 2018 at 8:09 pm

    5 stars
    Hi Laura, thank you for sharing this wonderful recipe!
    I made these today and, while they smelled & tasted incredible, the mixture was very soft and would not firm up enough. Should I add almond flour? Thank you!

    Reply
    • Laura Fuentes says

      October 23, 2018 at 1:25 pm

      I make these often and have not had an issue. Were any substitutions made?

      Reply
  11. Pam says

    October 16, 2017 at 7:47 pm

    5 stars
    I couldn’t find the nutritional info. How many carbs does each bite have? Thanks. I love the idea of using sunflower seeds.

    Reply
    • Laura Fuentes says

      October 17, 2017 at 2:31 pm

      Nutritional information can be found at the bottom of the recipe card. Enjoy!

      Reply
  12. Suzanne Hansen says

    October 16, 2017 at 9:53 am

    5 stars
    What can I use instead of coconut as I am extremely allergic? It is getting impossible to find recipes I can use because of the obsession with something I can’t eat. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Laura Fuentes says

      October 17, 2017 at 2:32 pm

      Oh man! these were not designed without coconut, unfortunately. Sorry!

      Reply
    • Amanda J. Forrester says

      August 24, 2020 at 4:32 pm

      Oats. Worked for ne.

      Reply
    • Amy says

      October 24, 2020 at 5:17 pm

      I subbed oats for coconut since I was out.

      Reply
  13. Jen says

    September 07, 2016 at 4:16 pm

    5 stars
    Is there a way to make these nut free?

    Reply
    • Laura Fuentes says

      September 08, 2016 at 2:12 pm

      Use sunflower seeds.

      Reply
  14. Aletha says

    August 10, 2016 at 8:44 am

    4 stars
    How long will they keep in the fridge ? Can they be frozen ? Looking for healthy school snacks for my kids that can be made in advance. Thanx

    Reply
    • Laura Fuentes says

      August 11, 2016 at 8:26 am

      About a week in the fridge. You can freeze them, although the texture changes a little.

      Reply
  15. Marion says

    November 23, 2015 at 12:23 pm

    5 stars
    I made these over the weekend and the kids and I loved them for our snack yesterday. I was out of raisins so I used mulberries and sooooo good! These will also be snacks during Thanksgiving break. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Laura Fuentes says

      November 23, 2015 at 4:38 pm

      I’m so glad everyone enjoyed them!

      Reply
      • Kyhra says

        September 16, 2021 at 1:17 pm

        5 stars
        10/10 on flavor!! Didn’t have shredded coconut but made it anyway

        Reply

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