Nothing says fall more than Pumpkins!! Not only are they packed with nutrition and offer a wide range of health benefits, pumpkin is low in calories, high in fiber and FULL of disease-fighting vitamins, minerals, and other healthy nutrients. I LOVE to add this SUPERFOOD to oatmeal, smoothies, chili and my most FAVORITE, protein bars. Inspired by Jamie Eason’s recipe, I have tweaked it a little to better suit my taste buds.
Cook time: 30 minutes
Yield: 15 bars
Serving size: 1 bar
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 3 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1Tbsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup egg whites
- 1 28oz can pure pumpkin ( no sugar added)
- 2 cup oat flour
- ¼ cup baking cocoa
- ¼ cup ground flax
- 2 scoops chocolate whey protein
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- Sprinkle with raw pumpkin seeds ( optional )
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350
- Spray 9x13 baking pan with non-stick spray
- Combine all ingredients and mix well
- Spread the batter evenly in the dish and bake for 30 minutes, or until done
Nutrition Info and Tips
Per Serving (1 bar):
Calories: 120
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 9g
Sugars: 2g
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