Healthy Pumpkin Dessert
There’s nothing quite like the warm, inviting aroma of a healthy pumpkin dessert filling your home. This delightful treat combines the earthy sweetness of pumpkin with cozy spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a comforting experience perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this dessert is not only guilt-free but also versatile enough to enjoy as breakfast or dessert. Your taste buds will rejoice as you savor every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree (100% pure)
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, and maple syrup until smooth.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined; avoid over-mixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow it to cool slightly before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg