Easy Pumpkin Brownies Recipe
These Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies combine boxed brownie mix with a pumpkin cheesecake layer flavored with pumpkin pie spice. The two batters are swirled together and baked into rich chocolate bars with a creamy pumpkin center.
Ingredients
- 1 (18-ounce) box fudge brownie mix (I used Duncan Hines)
- ingredients listed on the box typically eggs, oil, and water
- 8 ounces brick-style cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix the brownie batter according to the package directions. Spread about two-thirds of the batter evenly in the bottom of the pan.
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and pumpkin pie spice with an electric hand mixer until smooth.
- Beat in the egg just until combined. Fold in the pumpkin puree until evenly incorporated.
- Spread the pumpkin cheesecake mixture over the brownie batter in the pan.
- Drop spoonfuls of the remaining brownie batter over the cheesecake layer. Use a skewer or thin knife to swirl the two batters together without fully mixing them.
- Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the center is set. Insert a toothpick or skewer into the center; raw batter means the brownies need more time, while a few moist crumbs mean they are done.
- Cool completely to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Store the brownies covered or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Because these brownies contain a cream cheese layer, room-temperature storage is not recommended.
- Freeze the brownies in an airtight container or wrapped well for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
- Let the brownies cool completely before refrigerating so condensation does not collect on the surface.
A 9 x 13-inch pan can be used, but the brownies will be thinner. Begin checking for doneness around the 30-minute mark.
Nutrition
Calories: 222kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.001gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 143mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 1399IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 1mg
Disclaimer: Nutrition information is estimated based on automated calculations and should be considered as an approximation. These estimates are provided as a courtesy. Please use your own brand's nutritional values to verify accuracy.
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