Pumpkin Pie Granola Bars

Get ready to spice up your snack game with these irresistible Pumpkin Pie Granola Bars! Packed with the warm flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, these wholesome bars combine creamy pumpkin puree, almond butter, and a touch of maple syrup for natural sweetness. Each bite is loaded with crunchy pecans, chewy dried cranberries, and nutty pumpkin seeds, while optional mini chocolate chips add a hint of indulgence. Made with simple, nutritious ingredients and baked to perfection in just 25 minutes, these granola bars are the ultimate fall-inspired treat. Perfect for on-the-go breakfasts, snack breaks, or even a post-workout energy boost, they're a seasonal favorite you’ll want to make again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rolled oats
• 1 cup Pumpkin puree
• 0.5 cup Almond butter (or peanut butter)
• 0.33333 cup Maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Chopped pecans
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
• 0.25 cup Pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
• 0.25 cup Mini chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 3

In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until everything is evenly coated and forms a cohesive mixture.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped pecans, dried cranberries, pumpkin seeds, and mini chocolate chips (if using). Ensure these mix-ins are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan. Press it down firmly and evenly using a spatula or the back of a spoon. This step is important to ensure the bars hold their shape when baked.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center feels set but slightly soft.

Step 8

Remove the pan from the oven and allow the granola bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift them out of the pan.

Step 9

Slice the granola bars into 12 even pieces. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(809.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2757.1

Total Fat 144.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 4.9mg	0%
Sodium 677.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 317.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.4g	0%
Total Sugars 156.4g
Protein 71.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 571.9mg	0%
Iron 20.4mg	0%
Potassium 2578.6mg	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: 45.5%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 44.4%