These Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bars are the perfect fusion of fall flavors and classic dessert charm. Soft, moist, and spiced with warm cinnamon and nutmeg, each bite delivers the comforting taste of pumpkin pie, enhanced by the melty richness of semi-sweet chocolate chips. Whether you’re looking for a simple treat to share at a gathering or an easy weeknight dessert, these bars come together quickly with pantry staples and offer a cozy indulgence that feels like autumn in every square.
Ingredients:
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup packed brown sugar
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1 large egg
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree
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2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
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Whisk dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, and salt.
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Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
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Add wet ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. Then mix in the pumpkin puree until fully combined.
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Combine mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just blended. Fold in the chocolate chips.
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Spread and bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean (a few moist crumbs are okay).
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Cool and serve: Let bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Enjoy your sweet, spiced Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bars with a warm beverage or a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
