Description

Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bars. Soft, moist, and infused with pumpkin spice, these bars are studded with gooey chocolate chips, making them the perfect treat for cozy gatherings or a sweet snack at home. Easy to prepare and utterly delicious, they will quickly become a seasonal favorite among family and friends.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup canned pumpkin puree
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 tsp baking powder
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
In a separate large bowl, cream together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until smooth.
Stir in the pumpkin puree until fully combined.
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
Pour the batter into the prepared dish and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: - For gluten-free bars, substitute regular flour with gluten-free flour blend. - Add nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra crunch. - Serve warm with caramel sauce or ice cream for an indulgent twist.