Baked Pumpkin Oat Bars
A hearty breakfast bar that is full of fall flavors. A perfect make-ahead treat for a cool fall morning.
Servings: 6 bars
Calories: 280kcal
Equipment
- 1 8 x 8 baking pan
- 1 handheld mixer
Ingredients
- 2 cups old fashioned oats
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- ½ tsp salt kosher
- ½ cup sliced almonds toasted
- ½ cup raisins optional
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tbsp almond butter
- ½ cup almond milk
- ¼ cup maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F for a glass pan or 375°F for a metal or ceramic pan. Spray an 8 x 8 baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- Place oats, baking powder, salt, and spices in a large bowl and mix to combine the dry ingredients.
- Add the raisins and almonds to the oat mixture and toss to coat with the oats. This will prevent them from sinking to the bottom while cooking.
- In a separate bowl, mix the egg, almond butter, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and almond milk on medium speed. Using a handheld mixture will help ensure the almond butter is completely incorporated.
- Add the pumpkin mixture to the oats and mix well. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Make sure the mixture is evenly distributed and gets into the corners. Smooth the top with a spoon.
- Place the pan in the middle of the oven and bake for approximately 25 minutes, or until it is firm and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool slightly on a rack and then cut into pieces. These are best enjoyed fresh from the oven with a drizzle of maple syrup over the top.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bar | Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 350mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 20g | Calcium: 320mg | Iron: 2mg