I love pumpkin treats during fall…I mean, who doesn’t? Pumpkin and spice is such a comforting flavor, and lends itself to so many applications. Pumpkin is also full of fiber, vitamin A and iron, making it a great option for healthy recipes. In particular I enjoy eating pumpkin spice dishes for breakfast. They satisfy my sweet tooth right at the beginning of the day!
These Pumpkin Breakfast Bars are light on sugar but heavy on pumpkin flavor. Made with coconut flour, they are firm yet moist and taste very similar to chewy and slightly-grainy pumpkin pie. I love enjoying these bars after they have cooled in the fridge overnight, but you can also eat them warm out of the oven. Chopped walnuts add a nice texture and crunch. If you prefer a different kind of nut (or no nuts at all) feel free to swap them with your personal preference.
What You’ll Need (Recipe adapted from Detoxinista):
30 oz. Pumpkin puree
1 ripe banana
3 large eggs
3/4 cups Agave syrup (light or dark)
2 tsp. Vanilla extract
2 cups Coconut flour
1/2 tsp. Salt
1 1/2 tsp. Baking soda
1 tsp. Baking powder
1 Tbs. Pumpkin pie spice
Chopped walnuts (optional)
Butter or coconut oil for greasing pan
ONE: Preheat oven to 350 ° F and grease a 9″ x 13″ well with butter or coconut oil. In a blender or food processor, blend banana and pumpkin puree until completely smooth. Transfer to a bowl and mix in eggs, agave syrup and vanilla extract until completely combined.
TWO: In a separate bowl, sift together the coconut flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and pumpkin pie spice. Once the dry ingredients are smooth and contain no clumps, slowly add them to the wet ingredients and stir until fully mixed. The mixture will be thick.
THREE: Transfer the mixture into the greased pan and spread until smooth and even. Gently press the chopped walnuts (if you’d like) into the pumpkin bars. Place the bars into the oven and allow to bake for about 40-45 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is firm.
FOUR: Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely. Enjoy warm, or place in the fridge for up to a week. Personally, I prefer them cooled =)
P.S. Jamisen’s verdict? “I love these because they taste sweet and taste like pumpkin pie.” If a four-year-old likes it, that bodes well for you and yours too.
What is your favorite way to enjoy pumpkin during fall? If you’re looking for more pumpkin breakfast ideas, check out my Baked Pumpkin Pecan Oatmeal =)
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Breakfast Bars
Ingredients
- 30 oz. Pumpkin puree
- 1 Ripe Banana
- 3 Large eggs
- 3/4 cups Agave syrup light or dark
- 2 tsp. Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Coconut flour
- 1/2 tsp. Salt
- 1 1/2 tsp. Baking soda
- 1 tsp. Baking powder
- 1 Tbs. Pumpkin pie spice
- Chopped walnuts optional
- Butter or coconut oil for greasing pan
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 ° F and grease a 9″ x 13″ well with butter or coconut oil. In a blender or food processor, blend banana and pumpkin puree until completely smooth. Transfer to a bowl and mix in eggs and agave syrup until completely combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the coconut flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and pumpkin pie spice. Once the dry ingredients are smooth and contain no clumps, slowly add them to the wet ingredients and stir until fully mixed. The mixture will be thick.
- Transfer the mixture into the greased pan and spread until smooth and even. Gently press the chopped walnuts (if you’d like) into the pumpkin bars. Place the bars into the oven and allow to bake for about 40-45 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is firm.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely. Enjoy warm, or place in the fridge for up to a week. Personally, I prefer them cooled =)
I made these. There was way too much coconut flour. They are not like pumpkin pie and taste dry and crumbly…I followed recipe. Any ideas why not like a custard pie as photo?
Hi Sally!
I’m sorry about that. How did you measure your flour? If it was packed down tightly, it may have a bit too much flour. We recommend adding flour to the cup but not packing it down, as that can add a bit more than recommended. 🙂
-Kelsey with Bramble Berry
Yum! I have molasses I might use. Do you think this could be a good dessert for a party? Or is it better left as a breakfast food?
Molasses would be yummy! It would give the bars a subtle smokiness.
Also, I think these would be great at a party! They’re easy to pick up and enjoy, and I think your guests would enjoy a healthy option. 🙂
-Kelsey with Bramble Berry
I did end up making these for my coworkers, with the molasses, and they loved it! Thanks for the recipe!
You’re welcome so glad to hear your coworkers loved it Katenik! 🙂
-Kelsey with Bramble Berry
I would also like to know what to use instead of agave syrup. Thanks for any help you can provide.
Hi Cali!
Absolutely! Maple syrup or honey would make a good substitute for agave syrup. You can also use regular granulated sugar if you like. 🙂
-Kelsey with Bramble Berry
Mmm, coconut flower and pumpkin = love it! Thanks for the recipe, we will certainly try it this week!
You’re welcome Natalia! Have fun making it. 🙂
-Kelsey with Bramble Berry
This looks and sound delicious…and I’ve been looking for something new for breakfast too!
Question: What kind of substitutes would you recommend for Agave syrup?
Thanks so much!!
It tastes so yummy, a perfect way to start the day! In place of agave syrup, you can use honey or maple syrup. They will sweeten it nicely. 🙂
-Kelsey with Bramble Berry