Pumpkin Chocolate Bars (Print Version)

Ingredients:

01 - 1 cup butter (2 sticks).
02 - 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice.
03 - 1 cup granulated sugar.
04 - 1 cup brown sugar (packed).
05 - 1 cup canned pumpkin puree.
06 - 2 tsp vanilla extract.
07 - ½ tsp kosher salt.
08 - 1 large egg.
09 - 2 cups all-purpose flour.
10 - 1 tsp baking powder.
11 - 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips.
12 - 1 cup dark chocolate chips.

Instructions:

01 - Set your oven to a warm 350°F and lovingly grease or line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment.
02 - In a saucepan, gently melt the butter over medium heat and blend in the pumpkin pie spice until aromatic.
03 - Away from the heat, incorporate the sugars, then the velvety pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, salt, and a freshly cracked egg.
04 - Gradually mix in flour and baking powder until the dough is of a satiny consistency.
05 - Gently pour this luscious batter into the awaiting pan and lovingly fold in the chocolate chips.
06 - Allow it to bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out devoid of raw batter.
07 - Let it rest and cool; slice and indulge in this autumnal delight!.

Notes:

01 - These Fudgy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars combine the comforting flavors of pumpkin and chocolate into a decadent, moist dessert. Perfect for fall events or as a sweet treat to enjoy with a warm drink.