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Healthy Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars

Irresistibly Soft Healthy Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars to Savor

Delight in Healthy Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars, a wholesome treat that's gluten-free and naturally sweetened, perfect for breakfast or snacking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 large Eggs or flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree ensure it's pure, not pie filling
  • 1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup can swap with honey or agave
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Sugar can substitute with light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup Melted Coconut Oil can replace with melted butter or neutral oil
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Homemade Oat Flour ensure it's gluten-free
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats quick oats may yield a softer texture
  • 2 teaspoons Pumpkin Pie Spice or substitute with a mix of spices
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips omit for lower-sugar option or swap for nuts
Optional Toppings
  • extra Chocolate Chips for sprinkling on top
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts e.g., walnuts or pecans
  • 1/2 cup Dried Fruit raisins or cranberries work well

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Pan
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and prepare an 8x8 inch baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, coconut sugar, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Add in oat flour, rolled oats, pumpkin pie spice, and baking soda, gently mixing until just combined.
  4. Fold in the chocolate chips or nuts, ensuring even distribution without overmixing.
  5. Pour the batter into the lined pan, spreading evenly and sprinkling extra chocolate chips on top.
  6. Bake for 24-26 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep, these bars can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days at room temperature or up to a week in the fridge.

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