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Pumpkin Spice Blondies

Pumpkin Spice Blondies
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Pumpkin Spice Blondies are a moist, tender treat combining the buttery richness of classic blondies with warm autumn spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and clove. These fall-inspired blondies feature pumpkin puree for natural moisture and depth of flavor, making them perfect for seasonal snacks, festive celebrations, or thoughtful homemade gifts.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version)
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice blend (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, clove)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup melted butter (or plant-based butter for vegan)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg (or 1 flax egg for vegan)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (100% pure pumpkin, canned or fresh)

Optional Add-Ins

  • 1/2 cup walnuts, pecans, chocolate chips, or white chocolate chunks

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Baking Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and brown sugar together until smooth and slightly glossy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until fully combined. Fold in the pumpkin puree until evenly blended.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, pumpkin spice blend, baking powder, and salt to ensure no lumps and even distribution.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding carefully to combine without overmixing. Gently fold in any optional add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips here.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking to keep them tender.
  6. Cool and Slice: Allow the blondies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cool, lift them out using the parchment edges and cut into squares to enjoy or share.

Notes

  • Use fresh spices for the best flavor — freshly ground cinnamon and spices will enhance the aroma.
  • Measure flour precisely by spooning and leveling to avoid dense blondies.
  • Fold ingredients just until combined to maintain tenderness and avoid toughness.
  • Check doneness starting at 25 minutes to prevent drying out the blondies.
  • Allow blondies to cool completely before slicing for clean cuts and to avoid crumbling.

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Keywords: Pumpkin Spice Blondies, Autumn Dessert, Fall Treat, Pumpkin Blondies, Spiced Blondies, Gluten-Free Blondies, Vegan Blondies Adaptation

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