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Hazelnut Paleo Pumpkin Cake Bars

Hazelnut Paleo Pumpkin Cake Bars

The ultimate comfort food, these Hazelnut Paleo Pumpkin Cake Bars blend rich pumpkin flavors with nutty hazelnuts for an easy weeknight treat. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any fall gathering, they’ll satisfy your sweet tooth and keep you coming back for more!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

  • 2/3 cup Canned pumpkin purée
  • 2/3 cup Coconut sugar
  • 1 Egg
  • 1 Egg yolk
  • 1/2 tablespoon Vanilla bean extract
  • 1 cup (85g) Hazelnut flour
  • 2 tablespoons (13g) Coconut flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons Pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea salt
  • 6 tablespoons, divided Dairy-free chocolate chunks

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Frying Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Chef's Knife
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line the bottom of an 8 x 8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, and lightly grease the sides with coconut oil.
  2. In a large bowl, use an electric hand mixer to beat together the pumpkin purée and coconut sugar until fully combined. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, and beat again until the mixture is smooth. Be sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  3. Add the hazelnut flour, coconut flour, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and sea salt to the wet ingredients. Stir everything together until well combined.
  4. Fold in 1/4 cup of the dairy-free chocolate chunks. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to allow the coconut flour to absorb some moisture.
  5. Transfer the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chunks on top, pressing them lightly into the batter.
  6. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares. Once cooled, slice, serve, and enjoy!

Notes

  • Storage: Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week to maintain freshness.
  • Freezing: These bars freeze well! Wrap them individually in plastic wrap, then place them in a freezer-safe bag for up to three months.
  • Pairing: Serve these bars with a dollop of coconut whipped cream or a scoop of dairy-free ice cream for an indulgent dessert.
  • Flavor variations: Try adding chopped nuts or swapping in different spices like nutmeg for a unique twist.
  • Serving occasion: These bars are perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings, cozy family dinners, or even as a treat during autumn picnics.