Pumpkin Spice Energy Bars
Pumpkin Spice Energy Bars offer a delicious way to enjoy the flavors of autumn while fueling your day. These chewy, nutty bars are packed with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, pumpkin puree, and warm spices, making them an ideal snack for busy mornings or a delightful mid-afternoon treat. Easy to prepare and perfect for customization, they blend nutrition and comfort in every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 bars 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup nut butter (almond or peanut)
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped nuts, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, nut butter, and honey until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg