Description
These Healthy Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars are the perfect wholesome fall snack, combining the natural sweetness of pumpkin and maple syrup with hearty oats and a touch of chocolate. Moist, flavorful, and easy to make, these bars offer a nutritious treat that’s great for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a healthy dessert.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup pumpkin puree (150g)
- â…“ cup pure maple syrup
- ¼ cup coconut sugar
- ½ cup melted coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- â…” cup oat flour, homemade
- ¾ cup rolled oats (gluten-free or regular)
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
Optional Add-ins
- ½ cup chocolate chips (plus extra for topping if desired)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Line or grease an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and set it aside for later.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, pumpkin puree, pure maple syrup, coconut sugar, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until completely combined and smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients: Add in the oat flour, rolled oats, pumpkin pie spice, and baking soda to the wet mixture. Stir until everything is evenly incorporated, being careful not to overmix. Gently fold in the chocolate chips to distribute them throughout the batter.
- Pour and top: Evenly pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. If you like, sprinkle some extra chocolate chips on top for added texture and flavor.
- Bake the bars: Bake in the preheated oven for 24 to 26 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the bars turn golden brown around the edges.
- Cool and slice: Allow the bars to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes to firm up. Once cooled, slice into 12 bars for serving.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve these healthy pumpkin oatmeal bars as a nutritious snack or breakfast option. Store any leftovers in an airtight container.
Notes
- Use gluten-free oats and oat flour if you need the bars to be gluten-free.
- For a lower sugar option, you can adjust or reduce the maple syrup and coconut sugar.
- These bars store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.
- You can substitute chocolate chips with nuts or dried fruit for variation.
- Make sure to let the bars cool before slicing to maintain shape and texture.
