Soft Baked M&M Pumpkin Protein Oat Bars
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Soft Baked M&M Pumpkin Protein Oat Bars
Description
These protein oat bars mix vanilla protein powder or flour with oat flour, sweetener, and traditional fall spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and baking leaveners. The wet ingredients include pumpkin puree, unsweetened applesauce, egg whites, vanilla extract, and almond milk to provide moisture and structure. Thoroughly blending the wet and dry ingredients forms a batter that's spread evenly in a baking pan.
Sprinkling mini M&Ms on top before baking adds a colorful chocolate element. Baking at 350°F for 20-25 minutes produces bars with a soft texture that holds together well without being dry. The pumpkin puree gives moisture and a mild earthy flavor, while the spices and chocolate pieces add warmth and sweetness.
These bars are suitable for snacks or light breakfasts and can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer for convenient grab-and-go portions. Substitutions for dairy-free needs can be made by adjusting milk and chocolate ingredients accordingly.
To make dairy-free, use dairy-free milk and substitute M&Ms with dairy-free chocolate chips.Store bars airtight in the refrigerator for up to 5-6 days or freeze for 3-4 months to maintain freshness.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder or more flour, 62g
- 2 cups oat flour or all-purpose flour, 240g
- 2 Tbsp sweetener of choice
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- Pinch salt
- 1 pumpkin puree I used Libby, 15-oz. can, 425g
- 1/2 cup applesauce unsweetened, (122g
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup egg white, 120g
- 1/4 cup almond milk unsweetened, 60g
- 2 Tbsp M&M's can also use chocolate chips, mini, for baking, 28g
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9x13 baking dish with parchment paper or spray with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine all dry ingredients (except M&M's) together until completely mixed. If you need to make your own oat powder, do this part in the blender first.
- In a larger bowl, using a hand mixer or blender, blend egg whites for 10 seconds. Add the rest of the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Blend until completely combined.
- Add the whole mixture into the baking dish and spread out evenly. Sprinkle with M&M's.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
Notes
- To make dairy-free, use dairy-free milk and substitute M&Ms with dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Store bars airtight in the refrigerator for up to 5-6 days or freeze for 3-4 months to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 133 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1bar (97g) | |
| Calories | 133kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 8.4g | 17% |
| Fat | 2.5g | 4% |
| Sodium | 65mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3.7g | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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