Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Squares

I am seriously OBSESSED with these delicious Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Squares!(Vegan, GF, Paleo) They are high in protein, healthy fats, and fiber which makes them a more satisfying treat. I love all things pumpkin and trust me when I say pumpkin and cookie dough make a fantastic pair! The texture is so soft and almost fudge like and the chocolate chips add a little crunch. They are the perfect no bake treat to make when you don’t feel like turning the oven on.

What you will need

Almond Flour – This is a great gluten free/grain free flour alternative to use! It is low carb, contain fiber, and is more nutrient dense than a lot of other flours.

Cassava or Tapioca Flour – I like to mix a more dense flour like cassava to get a better cookie dough texture.

Protein Powder or Collagen – I always enjoy adding some protein to treats to make them more sustaining and balanced. I love using Garden of Life’s Collagen Protein, but you can also use a plant based one too.

Cashew Butter – This adds some healthy fats and protein to the cookie dough squares as well as giving it that chewy sticky texture.

Coconut Oil – This is what helps the texture solidify more when we chill the squares in the fridge. It also provides healthy brain boosting fats!

Pumpkin Puree – Pumpkin is rich in fiber, antioxidants, beta-carotene, Vitamin C, and Vitamin E. Its the perfect veggie to sneak into your fall treats!

Cacao Powder – This superfood is extremely high in antioxidants, polyphenols, and minerals like magnesium. I use an organic and fair trade certified cacao powder.

Maple Syrup – This is what I use to sweeten the crust in this recipe. You can substitute with monk fruit or honey too.

Chocolate Chips – I added a chocolate drizzle on top because you can never go wrong with more chocolate!

Sea Salt – Adding a touch of sea salt flakes on top makes these squares a little more balanced with that sweet/salty flavor.

Pumpkin Spice – A touch of pumpkin spice hits just right in these squares!

How to make the pumpkin chocolate chip cookie dough squares

1. Mix together all the chocolate crust Ingredients in a bowl until a dough like texture forms.
2. Press the chocolate crust mixture evenly in the bottom of a silicone or parchment paper lined loaf pan.
3. Mix together the pumpkin chocolate chip cookie dough ingredients well, and then spread it evenly on top of the chocolate crust.
4. Place in the fridge to set for a couple hours so it can set.
5. Take the pan our of the fridge and carefully cut the cookie dough into about 10 squares.
6.  Melt some dark chocolate and drizzle over top of the squares and sprinkle some sea salt.
7. Enjoy as a snack or healthy treat throughout the week!

How to store

Store in the fridge and enjoy throughout the week. They will stay good in the fridge for a couple weeks, and you can always freeze them for up to a couple months.

Other recipes you will enjoy

Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes

No Bake Sea Salt Protein Brownies

Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls

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