Paleo Pumpkin Bars
Melena
These paleo pumpkin bars are soft, moist, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup. Made with almond flour and warm fall spices, this easy gluten-free dessert is perfect for a healthy snack, breakfast, or seasonal treat.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 cups almond flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/3 cup coconut oil melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin spice
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional: dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 baking pan with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk pumpkin puree, eggs, maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
In another bowl, mix almond flour, baking soda, pumpkin spice, and salt.
Combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients and mix until smooth.
Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 20–25 minutes until set and lightly golden.
Let cool completely before slicing into bars.
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Use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
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Do not overbake to keep bars moist.
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Let cool fully before cutting to prevent crumbling.
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Measure almond flour accurately for best texture.
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Add mix-ins for extra flavor and texture.