Healthy Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars
Fall Desserts: Healthy Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars are a delightful seasonal treat that captures the essence of autumn. With wholesome rolled oats, creamy pumpkin puree, and warm spices, these chewy bars make for a perfect snack or breakfast option. Easy to prepare and customizable, they’re destined to be a favorite during cozy gatherings or busy mornings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup nut butter (almond or peanut)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, honey or maple syrup, and nut butter until smooth.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until fully mixed.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg