# Gourd-infused Granola Snacks The Creamy Pumpkin Pie Bars Are Healthy Options By Jordy E | Published 2012-12-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creamy-pumpkin-pie-bars References: [joythebaker](http://www.joythebaker.com/2012/11/creamy-pumpkin-pie-bars) & [joythebaker](http://www.joythebaker.com) Joy the Baker's Creamy Pumpkin Pie Bars follows up on a recipe that she released in the fall of 2008. As she was only just figuring out the artistic direction and general voice of her blog then, she has decided to do justice to [autumn snack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iqbar-pumpkin-spice) by re-introducing it to her readers. Joy has infused these Creamy Pumpkin Pie Bars with a thicker crust this time around. She coats the baked pumpkin, cream cheese and egg with a generous layer of [shortbread crumble](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crumbl-pumpkin-square), one that is made with brown sugar, [oats and chunky pecans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chilled-oat-bars). The finished product is described as "...the land of the crunchy and the creamy. Welcome to the land of the festive and the spiced." These eclectic foodie elements will be eagerly received this season. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Gourd-infused Snacks:** Innovative companies can experiment with different gourd-infused snack flavors and textures. - **Thicker Crusts:** There is an opportunity to create new snack and dessert products with thicker crusts composed of unique ingredients. - **Fall-themed Snacks:** Creating fall-themed snacks and treats can be a successful way to capitalize on the seasonal market. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can continue to experiment with new ingredients and flavors in order to create unique products. - **Health and Wellness:** The health and wellness industry can market gourd-infused snacks as a healthier alternative to traditional snack options. - **Seasonal Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the seasonal demand for fall-themed snacks and desserts by offering unique products like gourd-infused granola snacks. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fall Health Food Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-spice-snack-bar.md) - [Pumpkin Spice Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-spice-protein-bars.md) - [Textural Seasonal Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fitcrunch-delights-pumpkin-spice-muffin.md) - [Protein-Packed Pumpkin Yogurt Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-spice-greek-yogurt-bar.md) - [Fall-Dessert Inspired Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-pie-smoothie.md) - [Spiced Fruit Granola Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-cinnamon-granola-bakes.md) - [Cognition-Enhancing Seasonal Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iqbar-pumpkin-spice.md) - [Pumpkin Spice Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-spice-protein-bar.md) - [Protein-Packed Fall Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rxbar-pumpkin-spice.md)