Pumpkin Granola Bars

2 1/2 c oats

1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/4 tsp ginger

1/4 tsp allspice

1/4 tsp nutmeg

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp baking soda

1/4 c nuts (I used pecans)

1/2 c pumpkin puree

1/4 c peanut butter

1/4 c agave nectar

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1/4 c chocolate chips

1. Mix oats, cinnamon, ginger, allspice, nutmeg, salt, baking soda, and nuts.
2. In a separate bowl, mix pumpkin, peanut butter, agave, and vanilla.
3. Combine wet and dry mixtures and mix thoroughly so that oats are completely coated.
4. Line a baking dish with parchment paper and pour mixture in dish. Note: I use a sheet of parchment paper much larger than the dish to help with removal after baking.
5. Press mixture into dish so it is compact and even.
6. Put chocolate chips on top, pressing into mixture.
7. Bake for 25 min at 350 degrees.
8. Allow to completely cool, then lift parchment paper to remove and place on counter.
9. Cut into bars.