Easy Pumpkin Brownies - My Incredible Recipes (2024)

Looking for a delicious fall treat that requires minimal effort? Look no further than these Easy Pumpkin Brownies! Not only are they incredibly simple to make, but they also combine the rich flavors of chocolate and pumpkin for a truly mouthwatering experience. Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth with this delectable dessert!

Want to make a brownie that is perfect for the fall season? These easy pumpkin brownies are a boxed brownie that is swirled with a pumpkin and cream cheese mixture and baked to a swirled golden perfection. A decadent and moist fudge pumpkin brownie that is loaded with flavor.

Whether you serve up pumpkin brownies for a Halloween bash or a Thanksgiving feast, these are sure to please a crowd. Fun in color and delicious in flavor. This swirled pumpkin cheesecake brownie recipe will disappear quickly.

Reasons You Will Love This Recipe

• Fudge-like brownies with a sweet and creamy pumpkin and cream cheese filling that is swirled through each bite. A combination that is out of this world.
• Perfect fall dessert that is easy to make and is a sliceable and servable dessert.
• This brownie recipe will make your home smell incredible as it bakes up in the oven!
• Great for serving a crowd or serving up for an after-dinner dessert. I love to make these all autumn long.
• You can slice and serve up these brownies to share with friends, family, and loved ones. These brownies with pumpkin make a great gift for the fall season.

What You Need To Make Pumpkin Brownies

Brownies – I used a dark chocolate brownie mix for the base of the brownies. This truly gives these brownies that deeply rich chocolate flavor.

Chocolate Chips – Reach for mini chocolate chips that you will mix with the chocolate layer of the brownies.

Eggs – Room temperature, large eggs work best for this recipe. You will find that room-temperature eggs really blend well with the other ingredients.

Butter – I used salted butter that had been melted to help richen the flavor of the brownies even more. If you use unsalted just add a sprinkle of salt in addition.

Half and Half – Go one step farther for the brownie layer and add some half and half. You are going to love how it really transforms the chocolate flavor.

Cream Cheese – The cream cheese needs to be room temperature or you will not get it to mix to a creamy consistency.

Brown Sugar – Light brown sugar is going to sweeten the cream cheese mixture and add a little warmth to the filling.

Pumpkin Pie Spice – Make your own pumpkin spice or buy a jar. Either way, you get a full-on pumpkin spice flavor in the brownies.

Canned Pumpkin – Pumpkin puree is needed. I want to say pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie mix are not the same. Make sure you are buying puree.

Variations to Recipe

• If you don’t want to do a swirl design, you can do a filling. Place half the brownie mixture down. Then add the cheesecake layer, and top with the rest of the brownie mixture.
• Use a different flavor of brownie mix besides the dark chocolate flavor. Try a nut brownie, caramel brownie mix, etc.
• Top with nuts for a crunchy pairing.
• Leave out the mini chocolate chips, and bake without for a bit of milder sweetness.
• Swap chocolate chips with milk chocolate, white chocolate, peanut butter chips, etc.
• Swirl in a layer of Nutella as well for added flavor to each bite.
• Add a cream cheese or vanilla frosting on top of the brownies for even more flavor.

Tips for Success

Room Temperature Ingredients

Eggs and cream cheese are two ingredients that are best at room temperature. The cream cheese has to be softened or it will not create a velvety texture. The eggs will incorporate better if at room temperature.

Grease Pan

Grease pan or line with parchment paper to create an easy removal of brownies. I like to use parchment paper so I can remove all the brownies and slice them into squares.

Swirls

When you go to swirl the brownie and cheesecake mixture you can use a toothpick, knife, or even the back of a spoon. Gently swirl to create a fun pattern. Don’t over-swirl the top or it will blend the layers and you won’t have that defined look.

While the brownies bake, your kitchen will be filled with the irresistible aroma of pumpkin and chocolate melding together. It’s impossible to resist! Whether you’re hosting a fall gathering, attending a potluck, or simply craving a seasonal treat, these easy pumpkin brownies will impress both your taste buds and your guests.

So, go ahead and indulge in these delightful pumpkin brownies. With their simplicity and incredible taste, they are sure to become your go-to autumn dessert. Don’t forget to share the recipe with friends and family so they can enjoy this fall favorite too. Perfect dessert for Thanksgiving or even a Halloween party!

Baking Brownies

Depending on where you live, altitude, and other things make sure to not overbake the brownies or they will dry out. Once you stick a toothpick in the brownies and it comes out free of wet batter the brownies are done.

Slicing Brownies

You can use a plastic knife or a sharp knife for slicing brownies. Clean the blade between each slice for that clean cut on the brownies.

Storing Pumpkin Brownies

These pumpkin brownies need to be refrigerated as the cream cheese layer will spoil if left out at room temperature. Keep in a sealed container for around 5-7 days. These brownies are best to be eaten within the first few days of being made.

You can also freeze any of the pumpkin brownies you do not eat right away. Place in a freezer bag or container and freeze for 3-4 months. Then thaw in the fridge overnight or eat straight from frozen.

FAQs

How can I prevent cracking on the cheesecake layer?

Make sure to not overbake the brownies or it will crack. The other thing you can do is create a water bath to help prevent the cheesecake layer.

Can I make pumpkin cheesecake brownies in advance?

Go right ahead and make this a day in advance and just keep the brownies in the fridge in a sealed container until you are ready for dishing it up.

Can I make pumpkin puree from scratch?

You can actually roast or boil a pie pumpkin and then remove the skin and seeds of course and puree it. If there is extra liquid strain it off and use it in replace of canned pumpkin.

Can I make a homemade brownie for the base?

Skip the box brownies and use a homemade brownie mix if you would prefer. Just mix it up according to the recipe and then bake in the proper size pan as the brownie recipe recommends.

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