Description
Swirled, spiced, and sinfully good — these Pumpkin Cheesecake Swirl Brownies are the ultimate fusion of fall flavors and rich, fudgy chocolate. Whether you’re hunting for cozy dessert ideas, fall baking inspiration, or an easy recipe to wow guests at dinner, this quick dessert is packed with flavor and visual flair. A perfect choice for autumn celebrations, Thanksgiving treats, or when you’re craving something seasonal, chocolatey, and satisfying.
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup canned pumpkin puree
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 large egg yolk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Lightly grease the paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla, then beat until light. Sift in cocoa, flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir until just combined.
3. In another bowl, beat cream cheese until creamy. Add pumpkin puree, sugar, egg yolk, vanilla, and spices. Mix until smooth.
4. Spread 3/4 of the brownie batter in the pan. Spoon pumpkin mixture and remaining brownie batter on top. Swirl gently with a knife or toothpick.
5. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until the edges are set and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
6. Cool completely in the pan. Lift out with parchment and cut into squares.
Notes
Use room temperature cream cheese and eggs to ensure a smooth batter and even texture.
Don’t over-swirl! A few gentle figure-eights are enough to create a beautiful marbled look.
For best flavor, let the brownies rest in the fridge overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: easy dessert, fall baking, brownies, pumpkin recipe, cheesecake swirl, autumn dessert, holiday treat, chocolate and pumpkin