Healthy Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars Recipe
These Healthy Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars are the perfect wholesome treat for fall. Packed with the flavors of pumpkin spice and hearty oats, these bars are easy to make and even easier to enjoy. Whether for breakfast on the go or a satisfying snack, these bars will surely become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Bars:
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)
For the Topping:
- 1/4 cup rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Mix the bar ingredients: In a bowl, mix together the rolled oats, pumpkin puree, honey, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, nuts, and chocolate chips until well combined.
- Prepare the topping: In a separate bowl, combine the oats, honey, and cinnamon for the topping.
- Assemble the bars: Press the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish evenly. Sprinkle the topping mixture over the top.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set and lightly golden.
- Cool and cut: Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize these bars by adding in dried fruit, seeds, or your favorite mix-ins.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
