Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Bars
Ingredients
- 3 c quick oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1 c canned pumpkin puree
- 1/3 c unsweetened applesauce
- 1/3 c melted coconut oil or butter
- 1/3 c maple syrup
- 1/4 c brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 c chocolate chips
Preparation
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9-inch pan and add parchment paper.
Pulse oats in a blender about 5 times to break them up slightly.
Pour the mixture into a large bowl and add all other ingredients. The dough will be thick.
Press the dough into the pan and add a few extra chocolate chips on top.
Bake for 25 to 28 minutes until set.
Allow to cool and then put in the fridge to set more.
Tips
This recipe is dairy-free, gluten-free, and nut-free.
Perfect for breakfast or a snack, with only 5 minutes of prep time.
Store in the fridge for up to a week.
