Lightened Up Pumpkin Bars

The AIW pumpkin bars are BACK and better then ever 🎃 (this is actually my 6th time making these this year but who’s counting 😉 gotta get our pumpkin fill in while we can!). I made this batch using ghee from @fourthandheart and they turned out so delish. 😋 Normally I use coconut oil in #paleo baked goods, but if you’re more sensitive to the coconut taste, this is a great alternative! Use ghee as a 1:1 butter or coconut oil substitute in your favorite recipe for a #lactosefree option! Lightened Up Pumpkin Bars Ingredients~ * 4 tablespoons ghee (coconut oil or butter also work) * 2/3 cup granulated sweetener * 2 eggs * 1 cup pumpkin purée * 1 cup flour (gluten free or paleo blends that are a 1:1 substitute for all purpose can work) * 1 teaspoon baking powder * 1/4 teaspoon salt * 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice Directions~ 1. Preheat oven to 350° and lightly coat a 8x8 pan with cooking spray. 3. In a medium bowl, mix together the ghee, sugar, and egg until smooth. Stir in pumpkin purée, then the remaining dry ingredients until evenly incorporated. Spread evenly into the prepared pan. 4. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool before slicing. Optional: top with frosting of choice or make your own using 1/2 cup light cream cheese + 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt mixed together until smooth, then add maple syrup to taste. Remember to save this recipe (bookmark icon under image) to come back to later! 🤗 Enjoy! . . . . . #AIWrecipes #thebakefeed #healthydesserts #easyfood #ghee #fuelhappy #her4thandheartghee #healthydessert #paleorecipes #easybaking #cookingathome #dessertrecipe #pumpkinbars #fallrecipes #thanksgivingdesserts #healthyfood #nutrientdense #pumpkin #coconutsugar #healthytreats #pumpkinrecipes #feedfeedbaking #inmykitchen #buzzfeedfood #buzzfeast #thekitchn