Description
Indulge in a beautiful harmony of rich, fudgy chocolate and moist, spiced pumpkin cake. These brownies feature a clever swirl of autumn-inspired pumpkin puree expertly marbled into a bittersweet cocoa base. Perfect for chilly afternoons or holiday gatherings, this family-friendly treat transforms simple pantry ingredients into a show-stopping dessert that satisfies both chocolate lovers and pumpkin spice enthusiasts alike.
Ingredients
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
3/4 cup butter, melted and cooled
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1/4 cup unsweetened Dutch-processed cocoa powder
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
In a large bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
Add eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, whisking well after each.
Divide the butter-egg mixture into two separate bowls.
To the first bowl, stir in the cocoa powder and chocolate chips for the brownie base.
To the second bowl, stir in the pumpkin puree, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and walnuts.
Pour the chocolate batter into the pan, then dollop parts of the pumpkin mixture on top.
Use a knife to gently swirl the two mixtures together to create a marble effect.
Bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
Allow to cool completely before cutting into 9 squares.
Notes
Ensure the pumpkin puree is plain 100% pumpkin, not the pre-spiced pie filling version. For cleaner slices, chill the brownies in the refrigerator for one hour after they reach room temperature before cutting. Toasting the walnuts beforehand adds a wonderful depth of flavor to the pumpkin side of the pan.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg