Irresistible Pumpkin Spice Bars for Ultimate Comfort– Indulging in Pumpkin Streusel Coffee Cake Bars isn’t just a treat for your taste buds; it’s a step towards enhancing your overall health and wellness. These delightful bars combine the comforting flavors of pumpkin spice with the crunch of streusel, making them a perfect addition to your morning coffee or an afternoon pick-me-up.

Pumpkin, a superfood packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, serves as the star ingredient in these bars. Rich in fiber, potassium, and vitamin C, pumpkin promotes digestive health, supports immune function, and helps maintain healthy skin. The addition of whole wheat flour in the recipe provides complex carbohydrates, offering sustained energy release and keeping you feeling fuller for longer.

Moreover, aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves lend a cozy flavor and boast anti-inflammatory properties, aiding in reducing inflammation and supporting overall health. The streusel topping, made from a combination of flour, butter, and brown sugar, adds a delightful crunch and sweetness while offering a source of healthy fats and carbohydrates.

By incorporating these Pumpkin Streusel Coffee Cake Bars into your diet, you’re not only satisfying your sweet cravings but also nourishing your body with wholesome ingredients. Whether you enjoy them as a breakfast treat, a snack on the go, or a dessert after dinner, these bars provide a guilt-free indulgence that contributes to your well-being.

So, why not treat yourself to these delicious and nutritious Pumpkin Streusel Coffee Cake Bars today? Your taste buds and your body will thank you! Check out our online programs for more ways to restore your health at home.

For the Pumpkin Cake:

Gluten-Free, Vegan, Serves 12

• 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 cup coconut sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup almond milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil

For the streusel topping:

• 1/2 cup gluten-free rolled oats
• 1/4 cup almond flour
• 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
• 1/4 cup coconut sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal. Whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Mix the pumpkin puree, unsweetened applesauce, almond milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl.

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The batter may be slightly lumpy, but avoid over-mixing. Pour the pumpkin cake batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. In a small bowl, mix the rolled oats, almond flour, coconut sugar, melted coconut oil, and ground cinnamon to make the streusel topping.

Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the pumpkin cake batter. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely in the baking dish. Once cooled, lift the Pumpkin Streusel Coffee Cake Bars out of the baking dish using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into bars and serve.