Irresistible Chewy Pumpkin Blondies with Cozy Warm Spices
These Irresistible Chewy Pumpkin Blondies with Warm Spices are a delightful blend of pumpkin and warm spices, perfect for fall gatherings.
Servings: 16 squares
Calories: 200kcal
Equipment
- 8×8-inch baking pan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
Ingredients
For the Blondies
- 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Canned is perfectly fine.
- 1 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be substituted.
- 1/2 cup Melted Butter Coconut oil can be used for a dairy-free option.
- 1 large Egg Yolk Do not use whole egg.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used for variation.
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour blend is a good alternative.
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Check for freshness.
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt Kosher or sea salt is best.
- 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice A mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves can substitute.
- 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips Optional; white chocolate chips can be used.
Instructions
How to Make Irresistible Chewy Pumpkin Blondies
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, melted butter, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently to combine.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, saving some for the top.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 22-27 minutes until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
Notes
Optional: Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before baking for added flavor.