Pumpkin Cheesecake Swirl Brownies
If you’re searching for the ultimate fall dessert, look no further than these Pumpkin Cheesecake Swirl Brownies. Combining rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with a creamy pumpkin cheesecake layer, this decadent treat is perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings. The marbled effect not only tantalizes the taste buds but also creates a stunning presentation that will impress your guests. Easy to prepare and made with simple ingredients, these brownies are sure to become a seasonal favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 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
- 6 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Gradually stir in cocoa powder, flour, and salt until just combined.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until creamy; mix in sugar, pumpkin puree, egg yolk, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice until smooth.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan. Spread the pumpkin cheesecake mixture on top and dollop the remaining brownie batter over it.
- Use a knife or toothpick to gently swirl the layers together without fully blending them.
- Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean. Allow cooling before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg