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Top-down photo of a hand with red nail polish holding a fudgy pumpkin swirl brownie with a bite missing. The marbled pumpkin and chocolate layers create a cozy fall dessert look.

Pumpkin Spice Brownies

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These Pumpkin Spice Brownies are the ultimate fall dessert—rich, fudgy chocolate swirled with a creamy pumpkin spice layer. Perfect for cozy weekends, Thanksgiving treats, or anytime you crave that autumn flavor. Easy to make, beautiful to serve, and guaranteed to impress!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
 
 

For the brownie layer:
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
For the pumpkin layer:
  • 1 cup pumpkin purée
  • ¼ cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice mix
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Method
 

Preheat & prep.
  1. Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper.
Make the brownie batter.
  1. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth.
  2. Whisk in the eggs and vanilla.
  3. Sift in the flour, cocoa, and salt. Stir until combined and glossy.
Make the pumpkin layer.
  1. In a separate bowl, beat together the pumpkin purée and cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add the egg, brown sugar, pumpkin spice, and cornstarch. Mix until creamy.
Assemble.
  1. Pour about two-thirds of the brownie batter into the pan and smooth it out.
  2. Spread the pumpkin mixture on top.
  3. Spoon the remaining brownie batter over the pumpkin layer and swirl with a knife to create a marbled look.
Bake.
  1. Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the center looks just set but still slightly soft.
Cool & serve.
  1. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before slicing.

Notes

Storage Tip

Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Thanks to the pumpkin, these brownies stay moist and creamy—perfect for lunch boxes, picnics, or just late-night snacking.

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