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Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars

Moist Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars: A Healthy Fall Treat!

These Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars are a healthy snack that captures the essence of fall.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 large eggs Substitute with flax eggs for vegan option.
  • ½ cup pumpkin puree Ensure it's pure pumpkin puree, not pie filling.
  • ⅓ cup pure maple syrup Substitute with honey or agave syrup if desired.
  • ¼ cup coconut sugar Substitute with light brown sugar.
  • ½ cup melted coconut oil Can be substituted with melted butter or natural oils.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract No direct substitution available.
  • ⅔ cup oat flour Can be made by blending rolled oats into flour.
  • ¾ cup rolled oats Use gluten-free if necessary.
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice Substitute with a mix of spices for a personal touch.
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • ½ cup chocolate chips Can substitute with nuts or dried fruits.
Optional Toppings
  • Extra chocolate chips Sprinkle on top before baking.
  • Chopped nuts Consider walnuts or pecans.
  • Dried fruit Try dried cranberries or cherries.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • baking pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, coconut sugar, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  3. Gently stir in the oat flour, rolled oats, pumpkin pie spice, and baking soda into the wet mixture until combined.
  4. Fold in the chocolate chips or your choice of nuts or dried fruits.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Optionally, sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top.
  6. Bake for 24-26 minutes until golden. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick.
  7. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan for about 30 minutes before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 360IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bars can be customized with different toppings, and they store well at room temperature or in the fridge.

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