Pumpkin Pie Brownie Bars

<h4>Paleo &amp; Gluten-Free Pumpkin Pie Brownie Bars for the win!</h4>
I whipped thees up for a girls night the other week and they were gone in less than 5 minutes. They are gluten and dairy free and make a perfect healthy dessert alternative. (Side note: they’re also amazing with coffee in the morning as a treat!)

I originally was just calling them pumpkin bars, but they are so gooey and delicious they deserved a better fitting name. Pumpkin Pie Brownie Bars it is!<!–more–>

♥Ingredients

• 1 very ripe banana
• 1/2 cup pure pumpkin puree
• 3/4 cup raw almond butter
• 1/4c cup (or less) pure maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon coconut flour
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons walnut pieces & 70%+ dark chocolate chips (optional to top)

♥Directions

1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
2. In a large bowl, mash banana until smooth
3. Add all remaining ingredients and mix well
4. Pour mixture into an 8×8 nonstick baking pan (I use coconut cooking spray in the pan first)
5. Top with walnuts and chocolate chips if using them
6. Bake for 20-30minutes (test with a knife, if it comes out clean, they’re done!)