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Pumpkin Brownie Recipe

These fudgy pumpkin brownies are made in one bowl with real pumpkin puree, cocoa powder, pumpkin pie spice, and melty semisweet chocolate. This easy pumpkin brownies recipe bakes in a 9x13 pan and stays moist and fudgy for days.
Keyword fudgy pumpkin brownies, pumpkin brownies, pumpkin brownies recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cool Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings 16 servings
Calories 271kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling, you will need two 15 oz cans (or one 29 oz can)
  • 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice adjust to taste
  • 1 cup roughly chopped semisweet chocolate or chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice until evenly combined.
  • Add the avocado oil, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is just moistened and resembles damp sand.
  • Add the pumpkin puree and mix with a large spatula until the batter is thick and smooth.
  • Stir in half of the chopped chocolate.
  • Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan (it will be thick; use a spatula to smooth the top).
  • Sprinkle the remaining chocolate over the surface.
  • Bake for 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).
  • Cool in the pan for at least 1 hour before cutting for maximum fudginess.

Notes

Tips for Extra Fudgy Brownies
• Don’t overbake. Check at 28 minutes and remove as soon as the center is just set.
• For even richer brownies, you can use all butter (1/2 cup) or all avocado oil (1/2 cup) if you prefer, but the half-and-half blend gives a nice texture and flavor.
• If you love spice, add a little extra cinnamon or nutmeg.

Nutrition

Calories: 271kcal | Carbohydrates: 41.4g | Protein: 3.3g | Fat: 11.3g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4.6g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 8.3mg | Sodium: 180mg | Potassium: 204.3mg | Fiber: 3.5g | Sugar: 24.3g | Vitamin A: 6052.8IU | Vitamin C: 1.7mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 2.4mg