Description
These decadent Pumpkin Brownies combine rich, fudgy chocolate with a creamy pumpkin cheesecake layer, making them the ultimate fall dessert. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Halloween, or any cozy autumn gathering, they offer the best of both worlds—deep chocolate flavor and a spiced pumpkin twist.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Brownies:
- 1 box brownie mix (or your favorite homemade brownie recipe)
- Ingredients required for the brownie mix (as per the box instructions)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg, room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
Instructions
1. Prep:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) (or as directed on the brownie mix).
- Lightly spray a 9-inch square baking pan with cooking spray and line with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
2. Make the Brownie Batter:
- Prepare the brownie batter as directed on the box or recipe.
- Stir in the chocolate chips and set aside.
3. Make the Cheesecake Layer:
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese until light and fluffy.
- Add sugar, mixing until fully combined.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice, mixing until well combined.
4. Assemble the Brownies:
- Spread half of the brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the brownie layer and spread evenly.
- Spoon the remaining brownie batter on top.
- Use a knife or skewer to swirl the layers for a marbled effect.
5. Bake:
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- For clean slices, use a sharp knife and wipe it clean between cuts.
- Avoid overbaking—start checking at 40 minutes.
- Use homemade brownie batter if preferred.
- Refrigerate due to the cheesecake layer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
