Looking for a healthy homemade snack that’s perfect for fall (or any time of year)? These Paleo Pumpkin Spice Granola Bars are chewy, nutty, and lightly sweetened with honey—no refined sugar, gluten, or dairy in sight. They’re packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, flaxseed, pumpkin puree, and almond butter, making them a satisfying and nourishing grab-and-go snack.

Whether you need a pre-workout bite, a lunchbox treat, or an afternoon pick-me-up with your coffee, these bars hit the spot. Plus, they’re freezer-friendly and so easy to make at home.

Why You’ll Love These Pumpkin Granola Bars:

These Paleo Pumpkin Spice Granola Bars are the ultimate healthy fall snack—soft, chewy, and full of cozy flavor. They’re proof that homemade snacks can be both nourishing and delicious.

01. Gluten-free & dairy-free

Made with oats, almond butter, and seeds.

02. Naturally sweetened

Honey gives just the right amount of sweetness without refined sugar

03. Perfect fall flavor

Pumpkin puree + warm spices = cozy snacking at its best

04. Quick & easy

Just mix, press, and chill—no baking required!

Ingredients You’ll Need

Dry Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups gluten-free oats
• ½ cup ground flaxseed
• ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
• ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• ⅛ tsp sea salt
• ¼ tsp nutmeg
• ⅛ tsp ground clove
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 2 scoops unflavored protein powder* (optional)

Wet Ingredients

• ¼ cup pumpkin puree
• ½ cup almond butter
• ½ cup honey
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Notes:
*I like using Equip unflavored protein powder. It’s a clean, single ingredient protein powder!

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the pan – Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
2. Combine the dry ingredients – In a large bowl, combine oats, flaxseed, pumpkin seeds, shredded coconut, sea salt, nutmeg, clove, cinnamon, and protein powder. Stir until well blended.
3. Add the wet ingredients – Add in the almond butter, honey, pumpkin puree, and vanilla and stir well until everything is evenly coated. The mixture should be sticky and hold together when pressed.
4. Press into pan – Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to firmly press it down into an even layer.
5. Chill & set – Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
6. Cut & enjoy – Lift the bars out using the parchment, then slice into 10-12 bars. Store in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.
   
   

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Sidney Thompson

Paleo Pumpkin Spice Granola Bars

These Paleo Pumpkin Spice Granola Bars are the ultimate healthy fall snack—soft, chewy, and full of cozy flavor. They’re proof that homemade snacks can be both nourishing and delicious.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cool Time 2 hours hrs

Servings: 14

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 ½ cups gluten-free oats
• ½ cup ground flaxseed
• ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
• ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• ⅛ tsp sea salt
• ¼ tsp nutmeg
• ⅛ tsp ground clove
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 2 scoops unflavored protein powder
• ¼ cup pumpkin puree
• ½ cup almond butter
• ½ cup honey
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method

 

1. Prepare the pan – Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
2. Combine the dry ingredients – In a large bowl, combine oats, flaxseed, pumpkin seeds, shredded coconut, sea salt, nutmeg, clove, cinnamon, and protein powder. Stir until well blended.
3. Add the wet ingredients – Add in the almond butter, honey, pumpkin puree, and vanilla and stir well until everything is evenly coated. The mixture should be sticky and hold together when pressed.
4. Press into pan – Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to firmly press it down into an even layer.
5. Chill & set – Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
6. Cut & enjoy – Lift the bars out using the parchment, then slice into 10-12 bars. Store in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

*I like using Equip unflavored protein powder. It’s a clean, single ingredient protein powder!