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Spiced Pumpkin Cream Cheese Brownies Recipe

Spiced Pumpkin Cream Cheese Brownies Recipe
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These Spiced Pumpkin Cream Cheese Brownies combine rich, fudgy chocolate with a creamy, spiced pumpkin swirl for a perfect fall dessert. The luscious combination of cocoa and warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves creates a decadent treat perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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Brownie Base

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
  • 3 oz unsweetened baking chocolate
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter or spray a 9-by-13-inch baking pan completely to prevent sticking.
  2. Make the brownie base: Melt the unsalted butter and unsweetened baking chocolate in a medium pot over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and kosher salt until combined. Add vanilla extract. Beat in eggs one at a time quickly to avoid cooking them. Fold in the all-purpose flour until the batter is thick and glossy.
  3. Layer brownie batter: Scrape about ¾ of the brownie batter into the prepared pan and smooth with a spatula. Reserve remaining batter for topping.
  4. Prepare pumpkin cream cheese layer: In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, cinnamon, ginger, kosher salt, and cloves; beat until combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Add pumpkin puree, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, then beat until creamy and lump-free.
  5. Assemble and swirl: Pour pumpkin cream cheese mixture evenly over the brownie base. Dollop reserved brownie batter over the top in spots. Use a dull knife to gently swirl the two mixtures creating a marbled effect, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Bake and cool: Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into 24 squares for best texture.

Notes

  • Ensure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the swirl.
  • Do not overmix the swirl layers to keep a distinct marbled pattern.
  • Allow brownies to cool fully before cutting to get neat squares.
  • Use pure canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, for best flavor.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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