Ingredients
Sugar Cookie Vegan Pumpkin Bars
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond or oat milk
- 4 tablespoons melted vegan butter
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup organic cane sugar
- 1 cup regular or gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spices (optional)
- 1 tablespoon turbinado cane sugar (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a baking dish evenly with non-stick baking spray to ensure the pumpkin bars don’t stick.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, unsweetened almond or oat milk, melted vegan butter, baking powder, vanilla extract, salt, and organic cane sugar. Whisk these ingredients together until you achieve a smooth, consistent mixture.
- Add Spices and Flour: If using, stir in the pumpkin pie spices to the wet mixture. Gradually add the regular or gluten-free all-purpose flour, mixing gently until a smooth batter forms without lumps.
- Bake the Bars: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the bars have fully risen and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the bars from the oven and sprinkle the top with turbinado cane sugar if desired for a slight crunch and added sweetness. Let the bars cool slightly, then slice into 12 squares. Serve warm and enjoy your vegan pumpkin delight.
Notes
- You can substitute almond milk with any other plant-based milk such as soy or coconut milk.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free all-purpose flour.
- Pumpkin pie spices are optional but add a warm, autumnal flavor.
- Turbinado sugar topping gives a nice texture contrast but can be omitted for a smoother top.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
