Pumpkin Swirl Brownies Recipe for Halloween

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

These Pumpkin Swirl Brownies are a delightful Halloween-themed dessert that combines rich chocolate brownies with a creamy pumpkin swirl. Perfect for festive gatherings, they offer a delicious way to celebrate the season.

This recipe is simple to follow and makes for an impressive Halloween recipe that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.

Delicious Pumpkin Swirl Brownies

These brownies feature a fudgy chocolate base topped with a smooth pumpkin cream cheese swirl, creating a beautiful marbled effect. The recipe takes about 45 minutes from start to finish and serves 12 pieces.

Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
Make the Brownie Batter: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in granulated sugar, eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until well combined. Mix in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until just combined.
Prepare the Pumpkin Swirl: In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
Layer the Batter: Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan. Spread the pumpkin mixture over the brownie layer, then dollop the remaining brownie batter on top. Use a knife to swirl the two mixtures together gently.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan before cutting into squares. Serve as a festive Halloween treat.