Description
Indulge in the ultimate fall dessert with these Pumpkin Swirl Brownies! Featuring a rich chocolate base intertwined with a creamy pumpkin layer, these fudgy brownies are perfect for cozy gatherings, holiday celebrations, or any time you crave a sweet treat. The delightful combination of warm spices and decadent chocolate makes them a standout favorite that will impress everyone at your table. Easy to make and versatile enough for any occasion, these brownies capture the essence of autumn in every bite.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for pumpkin)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl, then stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla until combined.
- Mix dry ingredients (cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, salt) into the wet mixture until just incorporated.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, egg yolk, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
- Dollop pumpkin mix over brownie batter; swirl gently with a knife.
- Top with remaining brownie batter; swirl again if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approx. 50g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for smoother batter. Avoid overmixing to maintain fudgy texture. Cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling.