Description
Gooey Caramel Pumpkin Blondies are the ultimate fall treat, blending the rich flavors of pumpkin puree with warm spices, all topped with a luscious caramel drizzle. These soft and chewy blondies are perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, filling your kitchen with the sweet aroma of autumn. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, you’re bound to impress friends and family with this delightful dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, and eggs until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Optionally, swirl in some caramel sauce before spreading the batter in the pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown; edges should be set while the center remains slightly soft.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 blondie (45g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts or swapping pumpkin puree for sweet potato. A sprinkle of sea salt on top enhances the caramel flavor beautifully.