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Pumpkin Nutella Bars

Pumpkin Nutella Bars

Soft, spiced pumpkin bars swirled with chocolate-hazelnut ribbons. Easy one-bowl batter and perfect for cozy fall treats.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.75 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp fine salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 0.75 cup dark brown sugar, packed
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 0.75 cup chocolate-hazelnut spread, warmed slightly
  • 0.25 cup chopped hazelnuts optional
  • 0.33 cup semisweet chocolate chips optional

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment, leaving a sling.
  • Warm the chocolate-hazelnut spread in the microwave 10–15 seconds until pourable; set aside.
  • Whisk flour, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  • Stir melted butter, oil, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a large bowl until glossy.
  • Whisk in vanilla and pumpkin puree until smooth.
  • Fold dry ingredients into wet just until combined; do not overmix.
  • Spread batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  • Dollop warmed chocolate-hazelnut spread over batter. Swirl with a knife for ripples.
  • Sprinkle hazelnuts and chocolate chips on top if using.
  • Bake 28–32 minutes, until the center is set and a toothpick shows a few moist crumbs.
  • Cool in pan 20 minutes. Lift out, cool completely, then slice into bars.

Notes

Swirl in 1–2 tbsp espresso or add orange zest for a bold twist. For tidy slices, chill 30 minutes before cutting. Store airtight at room temperature up to 3 days or freeze up to 2 months.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Pumpkin Nutella Bars flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.