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    Pumpkin Quinoa Chocolate Chip Bars

    Published: Sep 25, 2012 · Modified: Aug 16, 2024 by Lauren Kelly · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Packed with protein, fiber and all of your favorite fall spices, these Pumpkin Quinoa Chocolate Chip Bars will be your go-to pumpkin treat!

    Stack of bars on a plate.Pin

    I am SO excited for the Fall!! I love pumpkin so much that I try to make as many fun things as I can with it.

    This time of year I become even more obsessed with pumpkin recipes.  I always try to create new creative recipes for the Fall to mix up our routines.

    If you are looking for more pumpkin recipes, you will love this Easy Pumpkin Mousse, Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Crust, Pumpkin Cornbread and definitely these Pumpkin Gingerbread Muffins!

    These would be extra delicious with some Apple Chai Latte, Eggnog Latte, Low Carb Bulletproof Hot Chocolate or even some Spiked Apple Cider!

    Also, my cookbooks are both on sale now and would make a great gift! The Everything Wheat Free Diet Cookbook and The Greek Yogurt Cookbook are both the lowest prices I have seen!

    Why You Should Make These Pumpkin Quinoa Chocolate Chip Bars

    Quinoa is a complete protein and has such a wonderful, nutty texture.  Soooo.... (you know where I am going with this, don't you?) why not add it to these cookie Bars?

    Fantastic.  

    A little flax seed never hurt anyone, right?  (Actually it's PACKED with omega-3-fatty acids, fiber and antioxidants)  

    Pumpkin is a powerhouse of nutrition.  It's loaded with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.  

    Sooooo....these yummy bars are a healthier option that your ordinary butter laden chocolate chip cookie, but just as delicious. These are very easy to make and freezer friendly as well.

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    Recipe Tips

    One note, I used 2 cups of flour and the squares come out more cake-like.  If you would like a chewier pumpkin quinoa bar, reduce the amount of flour.

    You can also mix it up with the unrefined granulated sugar and maple syrup. I would love to hear how they turn out.

    Personally, I love them just the way they are, but I completely understand that sometimes you just don't have the tome to run to the grocery store and you want to use what's in your house. I get it.

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    Quinoa Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars

    Packed with protein, fiber and all of your favorite fall spices, these Quinoa Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Squares will be your go-to pumpkin treat!
    5 from 7 votes
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    Course: Dessert, treat, vegetarian
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 55 minutes minutes
    Servings: 16 bars
    Calories: 205kcal
    Author: Lauren Kelly

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups all purpose gluten free flour
    • ½ cup ground flax seed
    • 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
    • 1½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup butter room temperature
    • 2 tablespoons unrefined sugar or Monk fruit
    • 3 tablespoons 100% pure maple syrup
    • 1 egg
    • 1½ cup cooked quinoa cooled (this equals ½ cup dry quinoa)
    • 1½ tablespoons pure vanilla extract
    • 1½ cups pure pumpkin puree NOT pumpkin pie filling
    • ¾ cup dark chocolate chips

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Spray a 9 x 9 or 9 x 13 casserole dish with nonstick baking spray.
    • Mix the flour, flax seed, pumpkin spice, cinnamon, baking soda and salt.  Set the bowl aside.
    • In a large bowl, mix the sugar, maple syrup and butter until thoroughly combined and butter is completely mixed in.  Add egg, quinoa and vanilla and mix again.  Slowly add pumpkin and continue to mix well.  
    • Once completely mixed, slowly add the flour mixture.  Feel free to add small amounts of water if the batter seems to thick.
    • Once the flour mixture is completely combined, add chocolate chips and stir well.  Place in preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes or until you place a toothpick in the center and it comes out clean.  

    Notes

    Make sure quinoa is completely cooled or at room temperature before adding to the batter.
    Place cooled bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 204mg | Potassium: 189mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 3769IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 2mg
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    1. Ashley

      November 15, 2023 at 12:40 pm

      5 stars
      We loved all the healthier ingredients in these, and they taste delicious too!

      Reply
    2. Toni

      November 15, 2023 at 9:06 am

      5 stars
      These are really amazing treats! Everyone at my house really loved it!

      Reply
      • Shar

        November 16, 2023 at 10:03 am

        5 stars
        These Quinoa Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars are the fam's new fave treat! They're super decadent, flavorful and a perfect after-school treat, especially when topped with whipped cream.

        Reply
    3. Andie

      September 30, 2022 at 2:22 pm

      5 stars
      I am so glad I found this healthier version. My kids gobbled them up and were non the wiser!

      Reply
      • Lauren Kelly

        September 30, 2022 at 3:19 pm

        So happy you liked them, Andie! Thank you!

        Reply
    4. Kristyn

      September 30, 2022 at 1:50 pm

      5 stars
      Yum!! I am all for adding healthy ingredients! These tastes so great! My favorite fall flavors for sure!

      Reply
      • Lauren Kelly

        September 30, 2022 at 3:19 pm

        Enjoy, thank you!

        Reply
    5. Jessica

      September 30, 2022 at 1:14 pm

      5 stars
      I absolutely love that these have quinoa in them! I feel so much better about having this for my boys to snack on!

      Reply
      • Lauren Kelly

        September 30, 2022 at 3:19 pm

        Yay! Thanks Jessica!

        Reply
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