Postpartum Pumpkin Pie Bars: Soft, Chewy, and Nourishing

Hello Momma,

These Postpartum Pumpkin Pie Bars are soft, chewy, and bursting with cozy fall flavors. Designed for postpartum recovery, they provide gentle sweetness, fiber, and healthy fats to support digestion, energy, and overall healing.

Perfect for busy newborn days, these bars are easy to prep ahead of time and store for quick breakfasts, snacks, or an indulgent yet nourishing treat.

Why These Bars Are Postpartum-Friendly

• Pumpkin — rich in vitamins, minerals, and gentle fiber to support digestion and overall wellness.

• Oats & Almond Flour — provide complex carbohydrates and protein for sustained energy.

• Coconut Oil & Honey — healthy fats and natural sweetness for gentle nourishment.

• Pumpkin Pie Spice & Almond Extract — warming flavors that comfort the body and support digestion.

These bars are intentionally balanced to be cozy, nourishing, and practical for postpartum life.

🥧 Ingredients

Pumpkin Layer

• 1 can unsweetened pumpkin puree

• ½ cup raw honey

• ½ tsp almond extract

• 2 tbsp full-fat coconut milk

• 1/8 tsp sea salt

• 1 tbsp freshly ground pumpkin pie spice

Oatmeal Layer

• 1 ½ cups rolled oats

• 1 ½ cups almond flour

• Pinch of sea salt

• 1 tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp almond extract

• ½ cup raw honey

• 1/3 cup solid coconut oil

🫶🏼 Instructions

1. Preheat & Prep

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

2. Make the Oatmeal Layer

In a medium bowl, combine oats, almond flour, baking powder, and sea salt. Stir in honey, coconut oil, and almond extract until a crumbly dough forms. Press half of the mixture firmly into the prepared baking pan.

3. Prepare the Pumpkin Layer

In a separate bowl, mix pumpkin puree, honey, almond extract, coconut milk, sea salt, and pumpkin pie spice until smooth.

4. Assemble Bars

Spread the pumpkin layer evenly over the pressed oatmeal base. Sprinkle or gently press the remaining oatmeal mixture over the pumpkin layer.

5. Bake

Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the top is lightly golden and the pumpkin layer is set.

6. Cool & Slice

Let bars cool completely in the pan. Chill in the fridge for 1–2 hours for firmer bars, then cut into squares.

✨ Doula Tip

These Pumpkin Pie Bars are nutrient-dense, warming, and perfect for postpartum snacking. The pumpkin provides vitamins and fiber, while oats and almond flour supply protein and healthy fats — helping to keep you energized and nourished during the fourth trimester.