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Pumpkin Blondies Recipe

Irresistibly Soft Pumpkin Blondies Recipe for Fall Cravings

Enjoy this Pumpkin Blondies Recipe that offers a chewy and soft texture, embodying fall flavors.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chewy Pumpkin Bars, Easy Blondies, fall desserts, One-Bowl Recipe, Pumpkin Blondies Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 32 minutes
Cooling Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 7 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Calories: 150kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Baking Pan
  • Oven

Ingredients

For the Batter

  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Use salted butter and adjust salt if needed.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Can substitute with dark brown sugar for deeper flavor.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Purée Do not use pumpkin pie filling.
  • 1 large Egg For egg-free options, substitute with flax egg.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Alternative: gluten-free flour blend can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder

For Flavor

  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ginger Add cloves for additional depth if desired.

Optional Add-ins

  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips Can swap for dark chocolate chips.
  • 0.5 cup Chopped Pecans Can skip if aiming for a more classic version.

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk the melted butter and brown sugar together until glossy.
  • Add in the pumpkin purée, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  • Sift in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and chosen spices. Fold gently until just combined.
  • Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and pour the batter into the pan.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 28-32 minutes, checking for doneness.
  • Allow the blondies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Notes

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat. Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain softness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1.5g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 80mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.5mg