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Recipe by:

Elena SMITH

Delicious Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies

These Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies combine rich chocolatey brownie layers with creamy pumpkin cheesecake, creating a festive dessert perfect for the holiday season.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Group: Brownie Layer
  • 1 cup unsalted butter 2 sticks, melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ tsp. baking powder
  • ½ tsp. salt
Group: Pumpkin Cheesecake Layer
  • 8 oz. cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish Greased or lined with parchment paper
  • Large saucepan
  • Medium bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Knife for swirling

Method
 

  1. Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by greasing it generously or lining it with parchment paper for easy removal later.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, stirring occasionally until it bubbles. Remove from heat and whisk in the granulated sugar until combined. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking until glossy, then stir in the vanilla extract.
    In a separate bowl, mix the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
    Evenly spread the brownie batter in the prepared baking dish, smoothing it out as you go.
  3. In a medium bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened cream cheese until creamy. Gradually add the sugar, mixing until well combined. Stir in the pumpkin puree, egg, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice until everything is fully incorporated.
  4. Pour the pumpkin cheesecake batter over the brownie layer, using a spatula to spread it evenly. Gently swirl the layers together with a knife to create marbled patterns.
    Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle. Allow it to cool in the pan before slicing into squares.

Notes

Patience is a virtue! Letting the brownies cool properly before slicing ensures you have perfect squares without crumbling.