One Point Sheet Pan Pumpkin Bars

Ingredients:

• 1 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup almond milk (or any milk of choice)
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Optional:

• 1/4 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips for added texture and flavor

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the canned pumpkin, eggs, maple syrup (or honey), applesauce, and almond milk until well combined.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. If you’re using nuts or chocolate chips, fold them in now.
5. Pour and Bake: Pour the batter onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Cool and Slice: Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares.