Description
Rich chocolate brownies with creamy, spiced pumpkin swirls—perfect for fall gatherings or cozy nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (220g) light brown sugar, packed
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (240g) canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup (65g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until no streaks remain. Be careful not to overmix.
- In another bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, egg, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and flour. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Dollop the pumpkin mixture over the top in small spoonfuls.
- Using a toothpick or skewer, gently swirl the pumpkin mixture into the brownie batter to create a marbled effect. Don’t overdo it—you want distinct swirls!
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper.
- Slice into squares and enjoy!
Notes
[‘Don’t overmix the brownie batter to avoid dense brownies.’, ‘Use room temperature eggs for a smoother texture.’, ‘Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the brownie portion—not the pumpkin swirl.’, ‘Cool completely before slicing for cleaner cuts.’, ‘Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top post-baking for a flavor boost.’]
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie square
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Protein: 3
Keywords: pumpkin swirl brownies, chocolate brownies, fall dessert, pumpkin dessert, easy brownies