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Pumpkin Protein Bars {Gluten Free, Low fat + Super Simple}

These Pumpkin Protein Bars taste just like pumpkin pie, but they are easy, healthy and great for on the go breakfasts or snacks!

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This is the story about a man named Johnny, a man named Johnny, a man named Johnny. This is the story about a man named Johnny and Johnny was his NAMEEEEEEEE

Sing it A…

Ok. I’ll stop.  But, do you know that song? Basically you repeat it over and over and over and over until you make your parents want to disown you as a child. It’s especially fun to sing on REALLY long road trips when you’re with your cousins, so there is more people to aid in the sing-age.

Not that I did that growing up.

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I also didn’t make up my own version about the song being about a candle named candle.

I could be lying about that though. (I’m not.)

This isn’t actually about a man named Johnny  (Mr. FFF would be sad) OR a candle named candle.  I just sat down, started wondering what to write, and that song popped into my head.

So I typed it.

Are you surprised?

That’s what I thought.

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HOW-EV-ER, there IS a story about these Pumpkin Protein Bars (are your surprised? The sequel) so pull up a chair, grab your cup of coffee and come cuddle.

Errrr. Come sit.  Right.

Once upon a time in a kitchen far, far away, there was a girl named Taylor. She loved creating tasty treats, especially when they were healthy homemade protein bars that pumpkin..  One day, she decided to embark on the journey of a lifetime and channel that love into what she thought were going to be delicious bars full of protein and pumpkin perfection.

That was until the ANGRY BAD FOOD Dragon monster struck her recipe-creating abilities right in the heart. 15 TIMES.

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The end.

Well. Sort of.  Because I bet you’re really confused and no amount of coffee or energy bites are bringing you any clarity. The usual.

First off. There really was no dragon in my kitchen. Unless you count Mr. FFF right after waking up, but this is neither here nor there.

Dragons just make better stories. We all watched Shrek.

Second, the whole “striking in the heart 15 times” things means I literally tested this recipe 15 TIMES. Like one five. 1 5. 1 + 5. Wait. That’s only 6.  10 + 5. There.

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You get it.

I usually have a 3 times and you’re out approach to recipe development, HOW-EV-ER, each time they got better and better. I also really just wanted to be able to create something that tasted like pumpkin pie, but I could eat it on the reg’.  You understand.

BUT, you know what, the 15th time was a charm.  These homemade protein bars have like -5 ingredients (read: 9. Which is less fingers than you have and WAY less than the ingredient list on store bought bars) and they are SOFT like SO to the FT

Whatever that means.

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They’re also full of spice and have a little bit of CRUNCHY CRUNCHY NUM on top. Just to keep your taste buds interested.

You know what I say to that?

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

You thought I forgot.

Now, go and eat ALL the protein bars to COMPLETELY counter-act those mini chocolate bars that I know you are going to steal from your kidlets.

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RIGHT.

Make sure to also check out the Pumpkin Protein Bar recipe over on Food Fanatic!

For step-by-step instruction of this recipe, watch my video tutorial below:
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Pumpkin Protein Bars - They taste JUST like pumpkin pie but are easy, gluten free and only 85 calories. Great for on the go breakfasts or snacks! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

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    • HAHA! If I could send you some, I would 😉 But making them yourself is a very good second option!
      Thanks girl!

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  9. What a pretty looking protein bars and you got some of my favorite flavors in these! How amazing to test the recipe so many times, but you totally nailed it. Love the pictures! Pinned and will try them!

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  10. 15 times?! Girl, you must have like a freezer FULL of these gorgeous bars (and if that’s true, I’m comin’ over) I seriously love how sneak protein powder into so many different things—-these bars are totally stunning and I WANT.

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  14. Wooow, I so admire your perseverence! Sometimes I give up after 2 fails. Haha. I decide it’s impossible. That’s just sad on my part. But these were worth it! They look incredible! I love all the pecans on top. I also love your math skills! Lol! That was hilarious.

    Thank you SO MUCH for including a link to my recipe, lady! That was so nice! HAPPY HALLOWEEN to you and Mr. FFF! Hope it’s spooky and fun-filled. 🙂

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    • That is NOT sad! Honestly, I should give up quicker sometimes. It would be better on my grocery bills 😉
      Thanks Sarah!!
      And, you’re SO WELCOME. If I see something I wanna eat, then I wanna share it! Happy Halloween to you too!

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  16. Yum! What kind of protein powder do you prefer? I am just getting into the protein powder world and haven’t found one I just love yet.

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  17. These would be most tasty for breakfast, which is when I usually have a protein shake (it’s still protein!). However…..these look better….and I haven’t gotten enough pumpkin in my life lately 🙁 This needs to be remedied.

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  18. Those look like an awesome snack! I love them, the idea of pumpkin pie in a healthy bar is pretty much the best ever. Also, I would love to steal candy from my kiddos, but they KNOW! How is that possible when they have giant bags of chocolate is what I’d like to know!

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    • RIGHT? Who doesn’t love pumpkin pie that you can eat in your skinny jeans 😉
      WHAT? THEY KNOW! That is insane. And really sad for you!! 🙁
      Thanks girlfriend!

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    • Hmm… i can’t say for sure, as I didn’t develop the recipe any other way. Coconut sugar would most likely work! However, I have found it to be a little LESS sweet than Truvia, so you may need to add a little bit – depending on how sweet you like your protein bars! I hope that helps!

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    • Honey, Agave, Any other kind of Stevia, or try grinding up some pitted dates in your food processor 🙂 Dates always seem to be the perfect sweetness for me.

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    • Hi! No stupid questions! Nope, you actually use the pumpkin purree from a can – definitely a lot easier!
      Just make sure you buy “Canned pumpkin puree, 100% pumpkin” not the canned pumpkin pie filling – it’s loaded with sugar and other things! Oh, and I usually use “Libby’s” Brand…you can find it ANYWHERE! 🙂
      I hope that helps!

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  26. so I know this is against the whole point, but could I make these without the protein powder and with regular sugar? I just want something punpkiny and these sound good but I’m not up to searching all over for hard to find ingredients right now.

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    • Unfortunately I can’t tell you for sure, as I have not tested the recipe that way but I definitely think it could work. I would recommend adding an extra Tbsp or two of the oats to replace the absorbancy of the protein powder! I would also test the batter after 3 Tbsp of sugar, and then add the last Tbsp if needed, as sugar can sometimes be sweeter than Truvia! I hope that helps! 🙂

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  27. Mmmmm…. these look good enough to look like dessert but healthy enough to be protein healthy goodness. I’m a fan! And Taylor… that 5th photo from the top… the overhead one… is by far my fave photo of yours ever. Really great composition! And I need to need to need to know… where did you get that backdrop from?!?!??!

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    • Thanks so much Chris, I was really happy with these photos!
      OMG. Search erickson woodworks on Etsy. I just got 5 boards from them and I am obsessed!!! It’s from there 🙂

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  29. looks so good! I love how healthy these are! thanks for linking up to the Create LInk Inspire party. You are being featured today on Nap-Time Creations in some great fall food!! Check it out! Emily

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    • Unfortunately I am not at all familiar with egg subs, and eggs are a huge part of the recipe so I can’t offer a solution! I am so sorry! Maybe someone out there can help???

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  31. Sorry, another egg question… Did you try it with whole eggs? I have farm fresh eggs and I hate not putting in those fresh, nutritious yolks. But if it destroys the bars I dont want to do it.

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    • I can’t say that I have tried it with whole eggs, I am sorry! I generally use liquid egg whites for recipes such as this, so I don’t have to get rid of the yolks 🙂

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  32. Can you use whole eggs .. it doesn’t look like you used egg whites for stiffening. Did you do a calorie/nutrition count for these?

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  33. These look so amazing! I’m excited to try them! How well do they freeze? I’m planning on making multiple types of protein bars and chucking a majority of them in the freezer. I’m just curious on how well they freeze and for how long?

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    • Honestly, I haven’t tried freezing them as they never lasted long, so I can’t be of too much help. Personally, I think they might get a little weird, being made up of a lot of eggs. Sorry that doesn’t help much! Please let me know if you try it!

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  34. Girl, you really never cease to amaze me with your culinary skills!!! I wish you were my neighbor… I’d have you make me something on the daily… Wait, I guess it’s goo your not, cause I would put on like 20 pounds in a week ha ha ha!

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  37. Would it be possible to skip the truvia? Or do you think this wouldn’t be the same without it? I am working on getting rid of most sweetners in my food that dosnt naturally occur.. This sounds super yummie though!

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    • Unfortunately, I really don’t think they will taste good at all without any sweetener. You COULD try subbing a natural granulated sugar like coconut sugar? But, I have not tested the recipe as such so I can’t really speak for how it will turn out or taste – I am so sorry! If you try something, please let me know! Thanks!

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  39. Just made these with my daughter…we added about a quarter cup 9f chopped dark chocolate! So we will let you know how that works and tastes…i almost forgot the truvia because i didnt read it in the recipe steps…did i overlook it or is it missing from the steps?

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