These Golden Pumpkin Oat Bars are soft-baked, warmly spiced, and just sweet enough to feel like a treat. Pumpkin puree adds natural moisture, oats bring hearty texture, and PlantFusion Turmeric & Ginger delivers an anti-inflammatory boost.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup oat flour (or finely blended rolled oats)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric (optional boost for color)
• Pinch of sea salt
• 2 scoops PlantFusion Turmeric & Ginger powder
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup almond butter (or peanut butter
• 1/3 cup maple syru
• 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts (optional, for mix-in or topping)

Directions:

1. 1. Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
   2. Mix dry: In a large bowl, stir together oats, oat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, turmeric, salt, and PlantFusion Turmeric & Ginger.
   3. Mix wet: In another bowl, whisk pumpkin puree, almond butter, maple syrup, almond milk, and vanilla until smooth.
   4. Combine: Pour wet into dry. Stir until fully incorporated. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts, if using.
   5. Bake: Spread batter evenly into the pan. Bake 25–30 minutes, until edges are golden and center is set.
   6. Cool + cut: Let cool completely before slicing into bars.

    

   Storage + Serving Tips

   • Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate up to 1 week. Freeze for up to 2 months.
   • Serving: Pair with coffee or chai for a cozy mid-morning snack, or pack into lunches as a wholesome treat.
   • Pro Tip: Sprinkle extra cinnamon sugar or pumpkin seeds on top before baking for extra crunch.

Turmeric and ginger are more than just flavorful spices—they’ve been used for centuries to support digestion, reduce inflammation, and strengthen immunity.

Together, they can:

• Help reduce bloating and discomfort
• Support joint and muscle recovery
• Aid digestion (especially after heavier summer meals)
• Give your immune system a natural boost