Pumpkin Carmelita Oatmeal Bars

These Pumpkin Carmelita Oatmeal Bars are so yummy and easy to make with staple pantry ingredients like oatmeal, pumpkin, caramel, chocolate and pecans. 

Have I overloaded you with pumpkin already? I’ve been trying to space them out and have actually been holding onto this recipe since August.

These Pumpkin Carmelitas have been on my must make list for the longest time. Carmelitas are my favorite sweet treat and I couldn’t wait to add a fall spin to them.

It actually took a few tries to get these bars just right but oh my goodness, they are SO worth it.

Pumpkin Carmelita Oatmeal Bars

These soft and gooey oatmeal bars are a decadent treat for those days you need the ultimate sweet treat loaded with texture.

They start off with a chewy and buttery oatmeal crust which also doubles as the topping. Next comes a sprinkle of semi-sweet chocolate chips and some crunchy pecans. You can also use your favorite chopped chocolate if you prefer.

Then a mixture of pumpkin caramel gets poured over top. It bakes up into an ooey gooey hot molten filling that adds the most amazing layer.

And finally more of the buttery streusel crumble tops everything off.

The hardest part is definitely waiting for these bad boys to cool off from the oven. This allows the caramel filling to set and not turn into a hot mess when you’re biting into it.

If you’re pressed for time, you can always speed up the process by placing the pan in the fridge.

Soft, chewy and perfect for sharing on Thanksgiving or your next holiday gathering.

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Pumpkin Carmelita Oatmeal Bars

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

30 mins

Total Time

45 mins

 

These Pumpkin Carmelita Oatmeal Bars are so yummy and easy to make with staple pantry ingredients like oatmeal, pumpkin, caramel, chocolate and pecans. 

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: carmelitas recipe easy, chocolate caramel bars, chocolate chip oatmeal bars, fall desserts, healthy pumpkin recipes, oatmeal bar recipe, pumpkin bar recipe, pumpkin bars, pumpkin dessert, recipe oatmeal bars

Servings: 12 bars

Calories: 349 kcal

Ingredients

• 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1-1/4 cups old fashioned rolled oats
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice divided
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup butter melted
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/3 cup chopped pecan pieces optional

Pumpkin Caramel Filling:

• 1-1/2 cups caramel bits or 34 caramel squares unwrapped
• 2 Tablespoons heavy cream
• 1/3 cup pumpkin puree NOT pumpkin pie filling
• 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8 x 8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or tin foil, leaving an overhang. Spray foil with nonstick cooking spray.
2. To make the pumpkin caramel filling - In a small saucepan set over low heat, cook the caramel with heavy cream until completely smooth, stirring often. Whisk in pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice. Set aside.
3. To make the carmelita bars - In a large mixing bowl, whisk brown sugar and melted butter together. Add the flour, oats, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt and mix until crumbly.
4. Press a little bit more than half of the mixture on the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes.
5. Remove from oven and sprinkle with chocolate chips and chopped pecans over the crust.
6. Pour the pumpkin caramel in the pan, spreading evenly.
7. Crumble remaining oatmeal mixture over caramel.
8. Return to oven and bake for an additional 15-19 minutes, or until the edges are lightly brown.
9. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool completely so the pumpkin caramel sets up. You can place them in the fridge to speed up the process. Once cool, cut into squares and drizzle with additional caramel if desired.

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Nutrition Facts

Pumpkin Carmelita Oatmeal Bars

Amount Per Serving (1 bar)

Calories 349 Calories from Fat 216

% Daily Value*

Fat 24g37%

Saturated Fat 13g65%

Cholesterol 45mg15%

Sodium 290mg12%

Potassium 151mg4%

Carbohydrates 32g11%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 25g28%

Protein 2g4%

Vitamin A 1575IU32%

Vitamin C 0.2mg0%

Calcium 39mg4%

Iron 1.5mg8%

* Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy using the WPRM recipe calculator. It is best to make your own calculations to ensure accuracy. We expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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