Description
These No Bake Pumpkin Bars are a delicious and guilt-free vegan treat, perfect for fall indulgence without the hassle of baking. Packed with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, almond flour, and pumpkin puree, these bars are naturally sweetened with maple syrup and flavored with warm pumpkin spice. Easy to make and perfect for a healthy snack or dessert, they require minimal prep and refrigeration to set.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup of rolled oats
- 1 cup of almond flour
- 1 teaspoon of pumpkin spice
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup of canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup of maple syrup
- 1/4 cup of coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond flour, pumpkin spice, and salt to create an even base mixture.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the canned pumpkin puree, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture.
- Combine Thoroughly: Stir all the ingredients together until the mixture is fully incorporated and uniform in texture.
- Press Into Dish: Transfer the mixture into a lined baking dish, pressing it down firmly to create an even layer.
- Refrigerate To Set: Place the dish in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours, allowing the bars to firm up properly.
- Slice And Serve: Once set, cut the mixture into bars and serve as a healthy snack or dessert.
Notes
- Use a lined baking dish to easily remove the bars once set.
- For a nut-free version, substitute almond flour with oat flour or ground sunflower seeds.
- You can customize the spice level by adjusting the pumpkin spice quantity to taste.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- These bars can be frozen for up to 1 month; thaw in the fridge before serving.
