Pumpkin Bars Reduced Sugar

Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Bars Reduced Sugar, a guilt-free treat perfect for any occasion. Made with nutrient-packed pumpkin puree and naturally sweetened with unsweetened applesauce, these bars feature a harmonious blend of warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger for an irresistible autumnal aroma. This recipe balances all-purpose and whole wheat flour to add a hearty texture, while reducing sugar without sacrificing taste, thanks to a smart combination of granulated and brown sugars. Ready in under 40 minutes, these soft and moist bars are simple to prepare and can be enjoyed plain or dusted with powdered sugar for a touch of elegance. Perfect for dessert, snacks, or sharing at your next gathering, these reduced-sugar pumpkin bars deliver wholesome goodness with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Pumpkin puree
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar (packed)
• 2 units Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, unsweetened applesauce, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

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

Step 6

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

Step 7

Remove the bars from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 8

Optionally, dust the top with powdered sugar before slicing into 12 even bars.

Step 9

Serve and enjoy your reduced-sugar pumpkin bars!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(788.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1470.7

Total Fat 19.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 376.9mg	0%
Sodium 1865.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 298.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.3g	0%
Total Sugars 143.1g
Protein 35.5g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 238.8mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 1193.0mg	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: 11.7%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 79.0%