Delicious Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Oat Bars for Healthy Snacking

Wholesome Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Oat Bars make an ideal snack that beautifully captures the essence of fall.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 15

Total Time 55

Servings: 16 bars

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 cups gluten-free oats
1 cup pumpkin puree
½ cup almond butter choose a runny nut butter

For Sweetness

⅓ cup maple syrup can substitute with honey
¾ cup dark chocolate chips can substitute with chocolate chunks or cacao nibs

For Binding

2 units eggs for vegan alternative use 1 tbsp ground flaxseed with 2.5 tbsp water

For Flavoring

1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice can substitute with a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger

Equipment

oven
9x9-inch baking dish
mixing bowl
spatula
Wooden spoon

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of gluten-free oats, 1 cup of pumpkin puree, and ½ cup of almond butter until smooth.
Incorporate ⅓ cup of maple syrup, 2 eggs, and 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice into the oat mixture and mix until combined.
Fold in ¾ cup of dark chocolate chips evenly throughout the mixture.
Spread the batter evenly into your prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
Bake in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown and firm.
Allow the bars to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then slice them into squares or bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for longer-lasting snacks.

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