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Pumpkin Brownies Recipe

These pumpkin brownies are the ultimate fall treat; rich, fudgy, and perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. Made with real pumpkin puree and dark chocolate, they deliver cozy autumn flavors in every bite. Simple to make, irresistibly moist, and ideal for holidays or weeknight desserts.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Cooling Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 brownies
Calories: 275kcal
Cost: $8

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan standard metal pan for even baking
  • Parchment paper prevents sticking and helps easy removal
  • Mixing bowls one for dry and one for wet ingredients
  • Whisk for lump-free, smooth batter
  • Rubber spatula for folding and spreading batter
  • Toothpick to test doneness
  • Electric mixer (optional) for frosting if adding cream cheese topping

Ingredients

For the Brownie Base

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour leveled
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder high-quality for richer flavor
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt enhances sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure vanilla for best taste
  • 1 ½ cups pumpkin puree canned or homemade
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips optional but recommended

Optional Pumpkin Spice Blend

  • 1 ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon allspice

Optional Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • ¼ cup butter softened
  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar sifted
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9x13 pan with parchment paper.
  • Whisk flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, salt, and spices in a bowl.
  • Combine pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, and vanilla in another bowl.
  • Fold wet into dry, then stir in chocolate chips until just combined.
  • Spread batter evenly into pan and smooth top.
  • Bake 30–35 minutes, until a toothpick shows moist crumbs.
  • Cool completely before cutting or frosting.
  • (Optional) Beat frosting ingredients until smooth and spread on top.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so it should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 80g | Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 130mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 4800IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 2mg