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Creamy Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies

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Rich, fudgy brownies with a luscious, spiced pumpkin cream cheese swirl that delivers a cozy and indulgent fall treat perfect for any occasion.

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
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-processed preferred)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (100% pumpkin, not pie filling)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch pan with butter or non-stick spray. Line with parchment paper if desired.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
  3. In another bowl, sift together cocoa powder, flour, salt, baking powder, and espresso powder. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  4. In a clean bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Mix until creamy and well blended.
  5. Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Dollop half of the pumpkin cream cheese mixture on top in spoonfuls. Repeat with remaining brownie batter and pumpkin mixture.
  6. Use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the two batters together in a figure-eight pattern, creating distinct swirls without overmixing.
  7. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking to keep fudgy texture.
  8. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing, at least 1 hour.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and cream cheese for smooth batter and swirl. Avoid overmixing dry ingredients to keep brownies fudgy. Let brownies cool completely before slicing for clean cuts. Espresso powder enhances chocolate flavor but is optional. For gluten-free, substitute flour with 1-to-1 gluten-free baking flour. For dairy-free, use vegan cream cheese and butter substitutes.

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