Description
Delight in these moist and fudgy Pumpkin Brownies, a perfect fusion of rich chocolate and warm pumpkin spice flavors. Ideal for fall, these easy-to-make brownies combine cocoa powder and pumpkin puree to create a decadent dessert that’s both comforting and unique.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup canned pumpkin puree
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Optional Ingredients
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F and prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper for easy removal of the brownies.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk the melted butter and sugar together until smooth. Then add the eggs, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree, whisking until fully blended.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin pie spice, ensuring even distribution of the leavening and spices.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the brownies.
- Add Chocolate Chips (Optional): Fold in the mini chocolate chips into the batter if desired, adding bursts of chocolate throughout the brownies.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs for a fudgy texture.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan before slicing into 9 squares for serving, ensuring clean cuts and best texture.
Notes
- For extra fudgy brownies, slightly underbake and chill before slicing.
- Swirl in a few tablespoons of cream cheese for a marbled effect to add richness.
- Use parchment paper for easier removal and clean slicing.
