Pumpkin Streusel Bars

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 13
Fall-inspired Pumpkin Streusel Bars
in Bakery

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup old fashioned oats ( not instant or quick cooking )
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
2/3 cup whole wheat flour
1/3 cup light brown sugar ( firmly packed )
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3 tablespoons butter
1 2/3 cups pumpkin puree ( not pie mix )
1/3 cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon honey
1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/3 cup milk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/3 cup old fashioned oats ( not instant or quick cooking )
1/3 cup whole wheat flour
2 tablespoons raw sugar
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
9
Calories
195
Sugar
20g
Fat
6g
As the air cools and the leaves begin to change, what better way to celebrate all things autumn than with a pumpkin-inspired treat? These Pumpkin Streusel Bars are perfect for enjoying any time of day. Whether you have them with a cup of coffee in the morning, as an afternoon snack or even as dessert, these bars are the ultimate fall flavor explosion that you won't want to miss. The crunchy crust pairs perfectly with the creamy pumpkin puree, and the streusel topping gives them a crispy crunch that you'll be reaching for bite after bite.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8x8 baking pan.
2.In a food processor, pulse oats, pumpkin seeds, flour, brown sugar, salt, baking soda and butter until dough-like consistency.
3.Press mixture in bottom of greased pan.
4.Mix together pumpkin, brown sugar, honey, pumpkin pie spice, milk and cornstarch. Pour over crust layer.
5.In a separate bowl, combine oats, flour, raw sugar and cinnamon. Add milk and mix well.
6.Sprinkle oat mixture over pumpkin layer.
7.Bake in preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the edges are set. Cool for 30 minutes before cutting into bars.

PROS

These bars celebrate all the flavors and spices of fall in one delicious bite.
Perfect for breakfast, a snack or dessert, these bars have a crunchy oat and pumpkin seed crust with a creamy pumpkin puree filling that’s topped with a sweet yet crispy streusel layer.

CONS

These bars can be a bit crumbly and messy, especially when cutting them into individual pieces.
They are also quite sweet, so may not be suitable for those who avoid sugary treats.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite their sweetness, these bars offer some health benefits thanks to the pumpkin puree. They’re a good source of vitamin A, vitamin C, fiber, and beta-carotene which can help support healthy vision, immune system function and promote healthy aging.

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