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Pumpkin Protein Bars

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 8 bars
Calories 180
Delicious and nutritious pumpkin protein bars perfect for a healthy snack or on-the-go energy boost.

Ingredients

Base ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 cup applesauce (unsweetened)
  • 1/2 cup egg whites (or 2 large eggs)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 3/4 cup plant based vanilla protein powder (add 2-3 tbsp maple syrup if using unflavored)
  • 1 1/2 cups quick oats or rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans (coarsely chopped)

Cooking spray (I use Misto)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), line an 8x8 baking dish with parchment and spray with cooking spray.
  • Whisk together pumpkin, applesauce, egg whites, maple syrup, vanilla, spices, baking powder, baking soda, and protein powder. Stir in oats and nuts.
  • Pour batter into prepared dish, level, and bake for 35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack and cool for 30 minutes. Cut into 8 or 10 bars and serve.

Notes

For added flavor, consider drizzling with a little honey or topping with extra nuts.
Calories: 180kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Snack
Keyword: healthy, Protein, pumpkin