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Pumpkin Brownies

Decadent Pumpkin Brownies for a Cozy Fall Treat

Indulge in rich and chocolatey Pumpkin Brownies, a perfect fall dessert with a creamy cheese swirl.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1 cup All-purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Pumpkin pie spice can be used for a more complex flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter Use unsalted butter with added salt as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Purée Use applesauce for a lighter option.
  • 3 tbsp Chocolate Chips Use dark chocolate chips for a richer taste.
  • 1 spray Cooking Spray Prevents sticking in the baking dish.
For the Cream Cheese Topping
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Room temperature for easy blending; goat cheese can be an alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice
  • 1/4 cup Pumpkin Purée
  • 1/2 cup Pecans Substitute walnuts or leave out for nut-free.

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • toothpick

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking dish with cooking spray or parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, and salt until combined.
  3. In a large bowl, combine melted butter, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and cocoa powder until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat eggs, vanilla extract, and pumpkin purée together. Fold this into the chocolate mixture.
  5. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined. Add 3 tablespoons of chocolate chips.
  6. Blend cream cheese, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and pumpkin purée in a bowl until smooth.
  7. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared dish and dollop the cream cheese mixture on top. Swirl with a toothpick.
  8. Bake for 40 minutes; check doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Cool for 30 minutes before slicing into squares and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Let brownies cool completely for clean slices. Avoid overmixing to keep them fudgy.

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