Pumpkin Protein Bars (Low Carb, No Bake) Recipe
Delicious and nutritious Pumpkin Protein Bars that are low carb and require no baking. These bars blend almond butter, pumpkin puree, and vanilla pea protein into a soft, chewy treat perfect for a healthy snack or post-workout fuel. Naturally sweetened and spiced with cinnamon and pumpkin spice for a comforting fall flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 bars 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almond butter (unsalted, unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 oz cacao butter, melted
- 1 Tbsp honey (or maple syrup for Vegan)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup vanilla pea protein powder (approximately 50g)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin spice
- 1/8 tsp salt
Optional Toppings
- Melted chocolate
- Chopped pumpkin seeds
- Bee pollen
Instructions
- Mix wet ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the almond butter, pumpkin puree, melted cacao butter, honey (or maple syrup if vegan), and vanilla extract. Stir with a spatula until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add dry ingredients and combine: Add the vanilla pea protein powder, cinnamon, pumpkin spice, and salt to the wet mixture. Mix thoroughly until a dough forms that has a play-dough-like consistency.
- Press into pan: Line an 8″ x 4″ baking pan with parchment paper. Transfer the dough into the pan and use a spatula to press it down firmly and evenly.
- Refrigerate to set: Place the pan in the refrigerator for about an hour or until the bars are fully set and firm to the touch.
- Cut into bars: Remove from the fridge and carefully lift the slab out using the parchment paper. Slice into 8 equal pieces.
- Add toppings (optional): If desired, top the bars with melted chocolate, chopped pumpkin seeds, and bee pollen for added texture and flavor.
- Storage: Store the bars in the refrigerator or freezer to maintain freshness and firmness.
Notes
- Use maple syrup instead of honey to make the recipe fully vegan.
- For best texture, ensure cacao butter is fully melted and mixed well.
- Protein powder can be substituted with another plant-based protein powder if preferred.
- Keep bars refrigerated or frozen as they can soften at room temperature.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more honey or maple syrup if desired.
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