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Pumpkin Brownies Recipe

Pumpkin Brownies Recipe
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Deliciously rich and moist pumpkin brownies featuring a creamy pumpkin cream cheese filling swirled into fudgy brownie batter. Perfectly spiced with pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon, this seasonal treat combines the best of autumn flavors with classic chocolaty goodness.

Ingredients

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For the Pumpkin Filling

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature (½ brick)
  • ⅔ cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

For the Brownies

  • 18.3 ounces fudge brownie mix (1 box)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray an 8×8-inch baking pan with non-stick spray or line it with parchment paper for easy removal. Set aside.
  2. Make the Pumpkin Filling: In a medium bowl, using a hand or stand mixer, beat together the cream cheese, pumpkin puree, egg, granulated sugar, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and kosher salt. Mix on medium speed until smooth and fully combined. Set this mixture aside.
  3. Prepare Brownie Batter: Follow the instructions on the fudge brownie mix box. Usually, this entails combining the brownie mix with the eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Mix until just combined.
  4. Layer Brownie Batter: Spread about two-thirds of the prepared brownie batter evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  5. Add Pumpkin Filling: Drop spoonfuls of the pumpkin cream cheese mixture evenly over the brownie batter layer.
  6. Top with Remaining Brownie Batter: Spoon the remaining one-third of brownie batter over the pumpkin filling, trying to cover as much as possible.
  7. Create Swirls: Using a spoon or a toothpick, gently swirl the pumpkin filling and brownie batter together to create a marbled effect without fully mixing them.
  8. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  9. Cool and Serve: Remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving. This helps the layers set and makes cutting easier.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients to ensure even mixing and a smooth filling.
  • If you prefer homemade brownies, substitute the boxed mix with your favorite recipe.
  • Pumpkin pie spice can be substituted with a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves if unavailable.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free brownie mix and verify spices.

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