Description
These simple, sugar-free Pumpkin Pie Bars combine warm autumn spices with a crisp, buttery almond flour crust. By using high-quality fats like coconut oil and full-fat coconut milk, this recipe achieves a rich, custard-like texture without the need for refined grains or sugars. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a festive weeknight treat, these bars offer a delicious, balanced way to enjoy classic pumpkin flavors while maintaining a low-carb lifestyle.
Ingredients
3 Tbsp coconut oil or butter, melted and cooled
1 large egg, well beaten
2 cups almond flour, finely ground
3/4 cup granulated sugar-free sweetener, divided
1 pinch sea salt
15 oz pure pumpkin puree
1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
Combine the melted coconut oil and beaten egg in a large mixing bowl until the mixture is uniform.
Stir in the almond flour, 1/4 cup of the sweetener, and the sea salt until a crumbly dough forms.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan to create the crust base.
Poke the crust surface with a fork and bake for 15 minutes until golden.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, coconut milk, remaining sweetener, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice until smooth.
Pour the pumpkin filling over the pre-baked crust and spread evenly.
Return the pan to the oven and bake for 45 minutes or until the center is set.
Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely to room temperature.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing into squares to ensure clean cuts.
Notes
Ensure you use pure pumpkin puree and not pre-sweetened pumpkin pie mix. For best results, use full-fat coconut milk rather than ‘lite’ versions to maintain the rich custard texture. These bars keep well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg