Pumpkin Brownies
Pumpkin brownies are a delightful twist on traditional brownies with chocolate and pumpkin flavors, perfect for fall gatherings or dessert cravings.
Ingredients
Baking Ingredients
- ½ cup melted butter
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup flour (all-purpose or gluten-free)
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- ⅔ cup pumpkin purée
- 2 tbsp avocado oil (or vegetable oil)
- ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line an 8x8 inch pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine melted butter and chocolate chips, stirring until smooth. Set aside.
- In another mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and granulated sugar until frothy and light, about 3 minutes.
- Add vanilla extract and flour to the egg mixture and stir until just combined.
- Divide the batter into two bowls.
- In one bowl, combine the melted chocolate mixture and cocoa powder, stirring until mixed.
- In the other bowl, mix in pumpkin purée, avocado oil, and pumpkin pie spice until well combined.
Baking
- Pour the chocolate batter into the lined pan, dollop pumpkin batter on top, and use a knife to swirl for a marbled effect.
- Bake for 27-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
- Allow to cool for at least an hour before slicing into squares.
Notes
Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.