Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars

Description of the Meal:

Indulge your taste buds with the delightful harmony of autumn flavors in these Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars. This scrumptious treat perfectly captures the essence of fall, combining the warmth of pumpkin with the sweet decadence of chocolate chips. A slice of these bars is like a cozy hug for your palate.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups pumpkin puree
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chocolate chips

Instruction:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
5. Fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring an even distribution throughout the batter.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
8. Allow the bars to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving Size: 1 bar
• Calories: 180
• Total Fat: 8g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Cholesterol: 20mg
• Sodium: 120mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 25g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 15g
• Protein: 3g

Enjoy the irresistible combination of pumpkin and chocolate in every delectable bite of these Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars!