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Creamy Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies

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These fudgy brownies feature a rich chocolate base swirled with creamy pumpkin spice and tangy cream cheese, making them the perfect easy fall dessert for gatherings or cozy nights in. The marbled swirl and warm spices deliver nostalgic comfort in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 6 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or homemade: 1/2 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ginger, 1/8 tsp nutmeg, 1/8 tsp cloves)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: Handful of chocolate chips
  • Optional: Chopped pecans or walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper or lightly coat with nonstick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar until smooth. Whisk in eggs and vanilla extract until glossy and well combined.
  3. Sift in cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
  4. In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese until creamy. Add pumpkin puree, sugar, egg yolk, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, and a pinch of salt. Beat until very smooth.
  5. Spread about 2/3 of the brownie batter evenly in the prepared pan. Dollop the cream cheese mixture over the top in spoonfuls. Drop the remaining brownie batter in small dollops over the cream cheese layer.
  6. Using a toothpick or butter knife, gently swirl the batters together for a marbled look.
  7. Sprinkle chocolate chips or chopped nuts on top if desired, and gently pat down.
  8. Bake for 28-32 minutes, or until edges are set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out mostly clean.
  9. Let brownies cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes. Use parchment overhang to lift out onto a wire rack. Cool completely before slicing.
  10. Cut into squares and serve at room temperature.

Notes

For gluten-free brownies, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. Dairy-free cream cheese and butter can be substituted. Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for a smooth swirl. Do not overmix the brownie batter for fudgy texture. Cool completely before slicing for clean swirls. Brownies can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

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