Description
Healthy Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars are a deliciously wholesome treat that captures the essence of fall in every bite. These bars are not only easy to make but also versatile enough for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Crafted from nutritious ingredients like pumpkin puree, oat flour, and maple syrup, they are naturally sweetened and gluten-free, making them perfect for those with dietary sensitivities. Each bar is moist, flavorful, and enriched with chocolate chips for that delightful touch of sweetness. Enjoy these guilt-free delights anytime you crave something satisfying yet healthy!
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- ¼ cup coconut sugar
- ½ cup melted coconut oil
- ⅔ cup oat flour
- ¾ cup rolled oats
- 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs until frothy. Add pumpkin puree, maple syrup, coconut sugar, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Gradually incorporate oat flour, rolled oats, pumpkin pie spice, and baking soda into the wet mixture. Gently fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top if desired.
- Bake for 24-26 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling for at least 10 minutes before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 26 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 142
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 58mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg