Protein Pumpkin Bars
These protein pumpkin bars combine two of my favorite flavors: pumpkin and chocolate. The perfect snack option for Fall! Packed with nutritious ingredients like oatmeal, flaxseed, and protein powder, this protein bar recipe is sure to become a staple in your seasonal snack rotation.
Servings: 7
Calories: 341kcal
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup oats
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine the pumpkin puree, nut butter, avocado oil, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, salt, vanilla, maple syrup, oats, ground flaxseed, and protein powder in a large bowl and stir until combined.
- Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and spread the pumpkin base into the pan. Press the contents down evenly into the pan. Place into the fridge to chill while you prepare the chocolate topping.
- Add the chocolate chips to a small bowl and microwave in 30 second increments, stirring in between, until chocolate is melted. Once melted, pour over the pumpkin base and spread evenly.
- Place into the freezer to set, about 15 minutes. Remove from the freezer and remove protein bars from the pan by lifting the parchment paper. Cut into about 7 bars and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 341kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 624mg | Potassium: 146mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 15g