Description
Seasonal spice meets chocolatey comfort in these irresistible pumpkin chocolate chip bars, a sweet slice of autumn’s warmth. Rich pumpkin puree and melted chocolate create a harmonious blend that will tempt you to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (470 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) pumpkin pie spice
Leavening and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by coating a 9×13-inch pan with generous grease or parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
- Create a dry ingredient mixture by whisking flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, and salt in a compact bowl, then set aside for later incorporation.
- Transform butter and sugar into a fluffy, light consistency using an electric mixer, beating until the texture becomes smooth and airy.
- Introduce liquid elements by incorporating egg and vanilla extract, then blend in pumpkin purée until the mixture achieves a uniform appearance.
- Gradually fold the reserved dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring with gentle motions to maintain a tender texture without overmixing.
- Disperse chocolate chips throughout the batter, ensuring an even distribution for consistent flavor in every bite.
- Transfer the prepared mixture into the prepared pan, spreading evenly with a spatula to create a smooth surface.
- Position the pan in a preheated 325°F (165°C) oven, allowing the bars to bake for approximately 30 minutes until the edges slightly pull away and a toothpick emerges clean when inserted into the center.
- Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely at room temperature, which helps them set and makes cutting easier.
- Slice into square portions and serve, revealing the delightful pumpkin and chocolate combination.
Notes
- Achieve a perfectly moist texture by ensuring the pumpkin purée is well-drained to prevent excess moisture from making the bars soggy.
- Experiment with different chocolate chip varieties like dark, milk, or even white chocolate to customize the flavor profile.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend to make the bars accessible to those with dietary restrictions.
- Enhance the spice profile by adding a pinch of ground ginger or cardamom to complement the existing pumpkin pie spice for a more complex flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg