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So it started.. the pumpkin recipes! And what better way to start than a Vegan Pumpkin Protein Bar! They're a yummy and filling afternoon snack that goes great with a good cup of tea!

Pumpkin Protein Bars [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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Serves

8

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup almond butter
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil (melted)
  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla flavor drops
  • 1/2 cup vanilla vegan protein blend
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice (ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves)
  • Pinch salt
  • Toppings: Melted chocolate, pumpkin seeds

Preparation

  1. Combine almond butter, pumpkin puree, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla in a medium-sized bowl and mix until smooth.
  2. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. (Dough should be almost playdough-like.)
  3. Place dough in a lined 8x4inch baking pan and firmly press down using a spatula.
  4. Refrigerate for an hour or until set.
  5. Remove from fridge and cut into 8 pieces.
  6. Serve

Notes

- Optional: top with melted chocolate and chopped pumpkin seeds - Store in fridge or freezer.



About The Author

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Vicky Coates

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I am Vicky, and Clean Lean Bakes is a blog I created based on my passion for baking up yummy healthy creations. Eating healthy and exercising is a big part of my lifestyle; therefore, many of my recipes are high in protein to support recovery and muscle building to match my active lifestyle. I’m continually bringing together my favorite recipes, which particularly suit those seeking high protein plant-based diets. In addition, many of my recipes are gluten-free, vegan, and refined sugar-free.

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