Description
These Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars are a comforting, rustic treat that perfectly captures the essence of autumn. Featuring a chewy, buttery oat base and a velvety spiced pumpkin center, they are a simple, handheld take on pumpkin pie. Perfectly portable for lunchboxes or a cozy afternoon tea, these bars use simple pantry staples to create a heartwarming dessert that is as nourishing as it is delicious.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup light brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup pumpkin puree
1/4 cup light brown sugar (for filling)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, salt, and baking soda.
Stir in the melted butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and vanilla extract until a crumbly dough forms.
Press two-thirds of the oat mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
In a separate small bowl, whisk the pumpkin puree, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and spices until smooth.
Spread the pumpkin filling evenly over the pressed oat base.
Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the top of the pumpkin layer.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Allow to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Notes
Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For a gluten-free version, ensure your oats are certified gluten-free and use a high-quality 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg