Enjoy a delightful fall treat with these Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies, a perfect fusion of rich chocolate and creamy pumpkin cheesecake.
Author:Sofia Hartwell
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Total Time:55 minutes
Yield:16 servings
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
For the Pumpkin Cheesecake Swirl:
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the melted butter and sugar. Stir in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the cocoa powder until the batter is smooth.
Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg, then mix in the pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Dollop spoonfuls of the pumpkin cheesecake mixture over the brownie batter in the pan.
Add the remaining brownie batter on top of the cheesecake mixture.
Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl the cheesecake mixture into the brownie batter.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting and serving.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, sprinkle a little cinnamon on top before baking.
Ensure your cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth cheesecake swirl.
Don’t overmix the brownie batter once the dry ingredients are added to keep them tender.