A marriage of fudgy brownie batter and rich pumpkin pie spices and purée, pumpkin brownies make the perfect fall dessert recipe for your Halloween parties, Thanksgiving dinners, and beyond.
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What Are Pumpkin Brownies?
Pumpkin brownies are a fall-friendly preparation of the classic fudgy baked dish featuring layers of traditional brownie batter and pumpkin-flavored batter. Home bakers can prepare this flavorful pumpkin dessert for the oven in less than 15 minutes, making it the perfect last-minute treat.
4 Tips for Making Pumpkin Brownies
Follow these tips to craft a delicious batch of pumpkin brownies:
- 1. Use the right pumpkin ingredients. When making pumpkin brownies, always use canned one-hundred percent pure pumpkin purée. Using pre-sweetened pumpkin pie filling will result in a cloying batch of brownies.
- 2. Experiment with additions. Jazz up these fudgy pumpkin brownies by folding chopped nuts (like pecans and walnuts), toffee bits, or coconut flakes into the batter. Top the brownies with milk or white chocolate chips, a butterscotch swirl, or dark chocolate drizzle. For an added layer of creaminess, serve the pumpkin brownie squares with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- 3. Bake the brownies just right. To avoid overbaking your brownies—which will yield a dry, crumbly product—keep them in the oven until the batter is just set. The ideal texture resembles a dense fudge with a slightly cakey crumb. Even if the center appears undercooked, your brownies are done when the edges pull away from the sides. Stick a toothpick in a spot along the edge of the brownies to check the doneness: If it comes out mostly clean, the brownies are ready.
- 4. Store in an airtight container. This fall-friendly dessert will keep well in an airtight container on the countertop for 3 days. For long-term storage, wrap the brownies tightly in plastic wrap and store them in a freezer-proof bag in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Easy Pumpkin Brownies Recipe
makes
prep time
15 mintotal time
55 mincook time
40 minIngredients
Note: The total time does not include 15 minutes of inactive time.
Make the brownie batter:
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9x9-inch pan with cooking spray and line it with parchment paper.
- 2
In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave the butter until melted, about 30 seconds. Add in the chocolate chips and stir until they melt into a smooth mixture.
- 3
Add the eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract to the melted chocolate mixture and stir until combined.
- 4
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt.
- 5
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix well to create the brownie batter.
Make the pumpkin batter:
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin purée, sugar, and eggs and stir until combined.
- 2
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- 3
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix well to create your pumpkin batter.
Assemble and bake:
- 1
Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan. Using a spatula, spread it out into a single layer.
- 2
Pour half of the pumpkin batter over the brownie layer and spread it out into a single layer. Repeat this layering process with the remaining brownie batter and pumpkin batter.
- 3
Run a knife or toothpick through the top pumpkin layer to create a swirl pattern on top of the brownies.
- 4
Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake until the center is mostly set, about 30–35 minutes.
- 5
Remove the baking pan from the oven, and let the brownies cool at room temperature for 15 minutes. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
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