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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars combine the warm taste of pumpkin spice with lots of gooey chocolate chips for a dessert that’s easy to whip up and loved by all! Whether you're prepping for a holiday gathering or just looking for a quick pumpkin dessert, this recipe is sure to be a hit!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 24 bars
Author: Amy Nash

Ingredients

  • 1 cup salted butter softened
  • 1 Tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
  • 2 ¼ cups (317g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips divided

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9x13-inch pan with baking spray or line with parchment paper.
  • Combine butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Beat for 2-3 minutes until creamy and light. Add pumpkin, vanilla, salt, egg, and egg yolk. Beat again, mixing well until combined. Be sure to stop and scrape the bottom and sides of the mixing bowl partway through.
  • Add flour, spices, and baking soda. Stir just until combined but do not overmix.
  • Stir in 1 cup of the chocolate chips.
  • Spread the batter into the prepared 9x13-inch pan. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of chocolate chips on top. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until a toothpick or skewer inserted into the center of the bars comes out clean or with just a few crumbs on it.

Notes

  • Pumpkin Pie Spice: If you don't have this on hand, you can use 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, ½ teaspoon ground cloves, ¼ teaspoon allspice, and a pinch of nutmeg.
 

Storage & Make Ahead

  • Store: Keep the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.
  • Freeze: Individually wrap bars in plastic wrap, place them in a freezer-safe container, and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Reheat: Thaw frozen bars at room temperature or microwave them for a few seconds to warm them up before eating.
  • Make Ahead: These bars are perfect for prepping ahead of time. Bake them the day before and store them at room temperature or in the fridge for an easy, ready-to-serve dessert.

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