Pumpkin Brownies
Indulge in the warmth of autumn with these decadent pumpkin brownies. Moist and fudgy, they combine rich chocolate flavors with cozy pumpkin spice, making them the perfect treat for any fall gathering or a comforting afternoon snack. Simple to prepare, these brownies promise to delight your family and friends with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, melt the butter in the microwave. Stir in granulated sugar and brown sugar until glossy.
- Add eggs one at a time, whisking after each addition, then mix in vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in the pumpkin puree.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin pie spice together.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. If desired, add chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean or with moist crumbs.
- Allow cooling before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (45g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg