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No-Bake Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Granola Bars

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Stacie Hassing
By: Stacie Hassing Updated: 8/16/21

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These no-bake granola bars are infused with antioxidant rich pumpkin, flavored with pumpkin pie spice and studded with chocolate chips.

No-Bake Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Granola Bars on a table

The perfect pre-workout fuel, grab-and-go breakfast, lunchbox addition or afternoon treat.

I love finding new real food options that I can enjoy as pre-workout fuel. I’m not one to go to a morning CrossFit class or out for a morning run on an empty stomach. I need a little something in my belly but know that if I eat too much, I’ll end up with a side stitch or if it’s a tough WOD that consists of jumping and/or being upside down it could result in losing my breakfast. Ummm…no thanks!

Pre-workout fuel is very individualized. You have to find what works for you and that might require trying several different foods and food combinations. Most recently, I’ve been loving these No-bake Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Granola Bars so these may be something you’ll want to try, too. They provide my body with just the right amount of nutrients so that I have the energy I need to crush a morning workout. They’re easy to make, crazy delicious, hold-up nicely in the fridge for 7-10 days and freezer-friendly so feel free to double the recipe if you’d like to tuck some away in the freezer for future.

No-Bake Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Granola Bars stacked on a table top

While you can easily purchase a box of granola bars at the grocery store, making them yourself has major perks because you’re in control of what goes into them and the amount of sweetener that’s added. Plus, they taste better and they’re easy enough for kids to make! I know you’ll love these Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Granola Bars that are gluten-free, nut-free (omit pecans) and egg-free.

You can also turn these No-bake Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Granola Bars Granola Bars into energy bites if you wish.

Whether they’re bites or bars, they also make for a perfect lunchbox addition for kiddos or an after school snack. If your kids go to a nut-free school, simply leave out the pecans and replace with sunflower seeds of pepitas.

The perfect pre-workout fuel, grab-and-go breakfast, lunchbox addition or afternoon treat. Share on X

No-Bake Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Granola Bars laid out on a table top

A grab-and-go breakfast, too!

Shane, my husband, isn’t one to sit down for breakfast before he heads out the door for work. He’s all about the grab-and-go kind of a breakfast so these No-bake Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Granola Bars have been a great option for him. In this case, I’ll add a couple scoops of protein powder, like vital proteins collagen, to make them a higher protein breakfast bar. If adding protein, you may need to add a little water or almond milk. I recommend adding just 1 tablespoon at a time until the dough comes together.

No-Bake Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Granola Bars on a table

Alright, it’s time to continue the season of all.things.pumpkin and give these No-bake Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Granola Bars a try!

No-bake Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Granola Bars
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No-Bake Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Granola Bars

Prep: 10 minsTotal: 10 mins
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Servings: 8 granola bars 1x

Ingredients

  • 2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
  • 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/4 cup nut or seed butter of choice (sunflower seed butter – nut-free option, almond butter, cashew butter, etc.)
  • 3 Tbsp. pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans (substitute pepitas or sunflower seed for nut-free)
  • 1/4 cup mini-chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. In a food process or blender, combine the oats, pumpkin puree, nut or seed butter, syrup, pumpkin pie spice and vanilla extract. Process on low for a few seconds. Scrap sides as needed. Process just until mixed well (note: some of the oats will remain whole).
  2. Transfer mixture to bowl. Fold in pecans and chocolate chip.
  3. Line a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan with plastic wrap or parchment.
  4. Transfer mixture to loaf pan, spread out and press down firmly (very firmly – this is important).
  5. Place in freezer for 30 minutes before slicing into 8 bars or 10 squares.
  6. Bars hold up best if stored in an airtight container in the fridge.

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Nutrition Information

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 220
  • Fat: 10g
  • Sodium: 25mg
  • Carbohydrate: 28g
  • (Fiber: 5g
  • Sugar: 9g)
  • Protein: 6g

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Stacie is a Licensed and Registered Dietitian from rural southern Minnesota where she, her husband and three children reside with their dog. She’s a co-founder of The Real Food RDs and content creator of simple and wholesome recipes. She loves all kinds of fitness and has a passion to inspire as many as she can live a healthier and happier life both in and out of the kitchen - the driving force behind the co-development of the The Real Food RDs brand.

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  1. AvatarMaura says

    Posted on 9/26/18 at 8:35 am

    I made these yesterday and they are really good! Very easy – I followed the recipe exactly except I made it x1.5 (I didn’t have enough oats to double it, lol) – all in one batch, pressed into the same pan. That allowed me to cut 13 bars crosswise in about .75″ segments (give or take) that roughly match the size of what’s shown above in the picture. So how are they? I will say they developed more flavor as they sat in the fridge for a few hours. At first I mainly tasted oats but later the pumpkin spices came out more, so give it a little time. They cut nicely if they’re packed firmly, but use a sharp knife and a steady hand. They’re definitely soft, and they’ll fall apart if you saw or move the knife too much.

    All in all, I’d make these again – possibly add dried unsweetened cranberries next time. They make a great guilt-free post workout snack! I had one this morning with a cup of green tea and it was divine!! Thanks for another great recipe ladies.

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  2. AvatarAshley says

    Posted on 7/8/20 at 5:47 am

    Will these work without a good processor?

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    • Jessica BeacomJessica Beacom says

      Posted on 7/11/20 at 6:44 pm

      My guess is that they may fall apart but you could use quick oats in place of rolled oats and that might work.

      Reply
  3. AvatarNiah Warren, RD says

    Posted on 9/13/20 at 6:25 pm

    Love this recipe! I substituted dark chocolate morsels regular size and eye-balled them and added a bit of unsweetened coconut flakes. I didn’t have pecans and had every intention of using pistachios instead… Until the bars were already in the freezer when I realized WHOOPS, totally forgot.

    I will say the bars are a bit dry. I would use a bit more pumpkin puree or maple syrup next batch. But overall the flavor is good and the recipe is easy to follow! Thanks for sharing!

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    • Stacie HassingStacie Hassing says

      Posted on 9/15/20 at 8:00 am

      Hi Niah! Thanks for the feedback on this recipe. I’m actually going to be making them here soon to re-photograph so it’s good to know about them being a little dry. I’ll make note of that when I make them for the photos and tweak the recipe accordingly if I too find them a bit dry. Glad you enjoyed them!

      Reply
  4. AvatarBarbie Cervoni MS,RD,CDCES says

    Posted on 11/17/21 at 5:41 pm

    Loved these bars! I am a registered dietitian and made a version of these for a presentation on healthy snacking for a Girls Scouts troop. They were a hit! I used sunflower butter and no nuts because of allergy restrictions. I added some pumpkin seeds and dried blueberries. My kids also loved them and enjoyed helping me make them. Yum!

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    • Jessie ShaferJessie Shafer says

      Posted on 11/19/21 at 2:34 pm

      We’re so glad to hear this worked for your presentation AND it’s a hit with your family at home. Thanks for the feedback, Barbie!

      Reply
  5. AvatarEmily says

    Posted on 10/22/24 at 7:41 am

    My kids raved “best granola bars we have ever had!”

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    • Stacie HassingStacie Hassing says

      Posted on 10/23/24 at 11:40 am

      Sounds like a victory Emily!

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