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Hey there, friends!
Are you in the mood for something warm and cozy? I’ve got a treat for you!
Today, I’m diving into my favorite recipe for pumpkin pie oatmeal bars.
These bars are the perfect blend of sweet and spicy, just like your favorite autumn pie.
They’re great for breakfast or a snack, and super easy to whip up.
So, grab your baking gear, and let’s make something delicious together! 🍂✨
| Preparation Time | 10-15 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 30-35 minutes |
| Total Time | 40-50 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup pure canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/4 cup smooth nut or seed butter
- 1/2 cup maple syrup (or your choice of sticky sweetener)
- 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or your preferred milk)
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
- 1/2 cup gluten-free oat flour (or super fine almond flour)
- 1/4 – 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips (dairy-free or regular), plus extra for topping
- 2 teaspoons chopped pecans (for topping)
Step 1: Prepare the Baking Dish
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line an 8×8 baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang on the sides.
This will help you remove the pumpkin bars easily once they are baked.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a medium-sized bowl, add the following ingredients: pumpkin puree, nut butter, maple syrup, coconut sugar, and milk.
Whisk everything together until fully combined and smooth.
Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients
To the bowl with the wet ingredients, add the oats, flour, pumpkin spice, baking powder, and salt.
Mix until all the ingredients are well integrated.
If you are using chocolate chips, fold them into the mixture now.
Step 4: Transfer to Baking Dish and Add Toppings
Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Sprinkle additional chocolate chips and a few chopped pecans over the top for added texture and flavor.
Step 5: Bake the Pumpkin Bars
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean but the top remains soft to the touch.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
Allow the bars to cool in the pan for 20-30 minutes.
Use the parchment paper overhang to carefully transfer the bars to a cooling rack or cutting board.
Cut into even squares and enjoy your delicious pumpkin bars!
