Lower Fat Pumpkin Bars

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall without the guilt with these Lower Fat Pumpkin Bars, a delightful treat that's moist, lightly spiced, and perfect for any occasion. Crafted with wholesome ingredients like non-fat Greek yogurt, unsweetened applesauce, and pure pumpkin puree, these bars are a lighter take on a classic dessert. Each bite is infused with a warm blend of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, creating a perfectly spiced snack you’ll love. Ready in just 40 minutes and yielding 12 servings, these pumpkin bars are ideal for feeding a crowd or meal-prepping a healthier dessert option. Serve them plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with a dollop of whipped cream for an irresistible seasonal treat that’s lower in fat but big on flavor. Keywords: lower fat pumpkin bars, healthy pumpkin dessert, fall recipe, spiced pumpkin bars, low-fat snack.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons Baking powder
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cups Plain Greek yogurt (non-fat or low-fat)
• 0.25 cups Unsweetened applesauce
• 1 cups Pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease or line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs until fluffy using a hand or stand mixer. Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar, and mix until combined.

Step 4

Stir in the Greek yogurt, applesauce, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.

Step 5

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients with a spatula or wooden spoon until no dry streaks remain. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting them into 12 squares or rectangles.

Step 9

Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or top with a dollop of light whipped cream before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(973.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1991.6

Total Fat 12.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 376mg	0%
Sodium 1862.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 429.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 265.4g
Protein 48.8g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 414.6mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 1748.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 5.5%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 84.9%