Description
These Pumpkin Cheesecake Swirl Brownies are a cozy fall twist on classic brownies, combining rich, fudgy chocolate with creamy spiced pumpkin cheesecake. The striking swirls make them as beautiful as they are delicious. This easy recipe is perfect for quick fall desserts, holiday baking, or even make-ahead treats for parties. Whether you’re craving something sweet or searching for new dessert ideas, these brownies are bound to impress both visually and flavorfully.
Ingredients
115g unsalted butter (melted)
150g granulated sugar
50g brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
65g all-purpose flour
30g unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
115g cream cheese (softened)
120g pumpkin puree
50g powdered sugar
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until combined.
3. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Stir in flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined to form the brownie batter.
5. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
6. Add pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, and pumpkin pie spice to the cream cheese and mix until fully combined.
7. Spread 2/3 of the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
8. Drop spoonfuls of the pumpkin cheesecake mixture on top, alternating with the remaining brownie batter.
9. Use a skewer or knife to gently swirl the batters together for a marbled effect.
10. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
11. Cool completely in the pan before slicing. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Notes
Make sure the cream cheese is softened before mixing to avoid lumps in the swirl.
Don’t over-swirl the batters—less is more for that marbled look.
For clean slices, chill the brownies before cutting and use a hot, sharp knife.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: pumpkin brownies, cheesecake brownies, fall dessert, easy brownie recipe