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Decadent Pumpkin Cream Cheese Brownies Recipe with Easy Marbled Swirls

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These pumpkin cream cheese brownies feature rich, fudgy chocolate with creamy, tangy pumpkin swirls, perfect for quick and cozy fall desserts. Ready in under an hour, they are a crowd-pleaser ideal for last-minute parties or spontaneous cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (25g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 8 oz (226g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup (80g) pumpkin puree
  • 1/3 cup (67g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) square baking pan lightly or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter and granulated sugar until combined, about 1 minute.
  3. Add the two large eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing well until smooth and slightly shiny.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and baking powder.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula, folding gently until just combined to form a thick, fudgy batter. Avoid overmixing.
  6. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and pumpkin puree with the sugar until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes with an electric mixer.
  7. Add the egg, vanilla, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to the cream cheese mixture; mix until fully incorporated.
  8. Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly.
  9. Dollop half of the cream cheese mixture on top in spoonfuls.
  10. Repeat with the remaining brownie batter and cream cheese mixture, dolloping in alternating layers.
  11. Use a knife or skewer to swirl the cream cheese mixture into the brownie batter with gentle figure-eight or circular motions to create a marbled effect without overmixing.
  12. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  13. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting.

Notes

Use a light hand when swirling the cream cheese mixture to maintain the marbled effect. If the cream cheese mixture is too soft, chill it for 10 minutes before swirling. Cool brownies completely before cutting to avoid crumbling. For gluten-free, substitute flour with almond or gluten-free blend. For dairy-free, use coconut cream cheese and vegan butter. Room temperature eggs and cream cheese help prevent lumps.

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