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Fudgy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars (Pumpkin Blondies)

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 12 bars
Calories 250
These rich and moist pumpkin blondies are packed with chocolate chips and warm spices, perfect for a cozy treat.

Ingredients

Dairy

  • 1 cup butter (2 sticks)
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 cup pumpkin (canned, not pie filling) (about 240 grams)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla (Mexican vanilla preferred)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups all purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch pan with parchment or spray with nonstick spray.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add pumpkin spice and toast briefly, then remove from heat.
  • Stir in sugars, then add pumpkin, vanilla, and salt. Mix well. Add egg and stir vigorously.
  • Mix in flour and baking powder until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan, spread evenly, and sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool before slicing. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

Use high-quality vanilla for best flavor. Do not overmix to keep bars tender.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: blondies, chocolate, pumpkin