Although it may not be as iconic as peanut butter and jelly, pumpkin and chocolate is a winning flavor combo that’s becoming a new favorite. With a moist and hearty brownie-like texture, these gluten-free and vegan bars are made with pure pumpkin, sweet maple syrup and a touch of warm cinnamon, for a dessert that delivers a little bit of fall in every bite.
Vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars
Ingredients
- 2 cups gluten free all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 Tbsp. coconut oil
- 1 1/2 cups pure pumpkin
- 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
- 2 1/2 cups almond milk
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
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In a bowl, combine flour, coconut sugar, syrup, coconut oil, pumpkin, and cinnamon.
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Mix almond milk into batter.
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Stir in chocolate chips.
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Spread into an 8x8 pan. Top with more chocolate chips.
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Bake for 45-55 minutes (until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean).
Recipe Notes
Tip:
Prepare a vegan whipped topping by chilling a can of full fat coconut milk in the fridge overnight. Spoon out the thickened coconut cream on top and beat with mixer in medium bowl. Mix in 1/4 cup powdered stevia and 1/2 tsp vanilla flavoring. Whip for one minute and serve atop pumpkin bars.
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