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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars

Deliciously soft and chewy bars packed with pumpkin goodness and chocolate, perfect for snacks or desserts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree Use real or canned pumpkin puree.
  • 1/2 cup melted butter Melt over low heat.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Packed.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs Lightly beaten.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips Feel free to adjust the amount for sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a pot on the stove, melt the butter over low heat.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
Mixing Dry Ingredients
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  2. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the pumpkin mixture until just combined.
  3. Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
Baking
  1. Spread the batter into a greased baking dish.
  2. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  3. Allow to cool before cutting into bars.

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature. Pair with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra treat. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for a week. Freeze for up to 3 months.