Pumpkin Brownies are the perfect mix of two of my favorite desserts: chocolate and pumpkin pie! This easy brownie recipe uses a boxed brownie mix of your choice with a layer of pumpkin in the middle to create something super fun and delicious. And they look really pretty too! I’m always looking for more easy fall desserts, and these brownies are perfect for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or any autumn party.
Pumpkin Brownies
Pumpkin Brownies are the perfect blend of chocolate and pumpkin. This easy fall dessert recipe is a boxed mix modification that turns ordinary brownies into AMAZING pumpkin treats!
These pumpkin brownies were one of the first recipes I came up with all on my own. They’re easy, they’re delicious, and they’re so fun to make! That’s what was important to me when I first started cooking and that is still important to me now. I love easy recipes, and this is definitely that. I used a boxed brownie mix and added a layer of pumpkin right in the middle to create a creamy, chocolate-y, pumpkin-y treat for autumn.
You can use any brownie mix you like, so you can really make this recipe your own. The great thing about this easy fall dessert recipe is that you don’t need to do much more than what you would normally do with a box mix. There’s just a couple extra steps to take these brownies up about a million notches in taste and style!
Pumpkin Brownies are the perfect thing to bake for Halloween parties, for a fun autumn treat, or for a Thanksgiving celebration. Of course you can make them any time of year, but nothing says fall like pumpkin!
These Pumpkin Brownies are an easy, fun, and tasty autumn treat for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or any fall party!
Super Easy Fall Dessert Recipe
Have I mentioned how easy these are yet? Yup, pumpkin brownies are crazy delicious AND super simple to make. No need to make brownies from scratch here! I love a good box mix hack, especially when I need to make something for a party on short notice. You don’t have to go all out, but you can still show up with something unique that everyone will absolutely rave about.
Here are a few more easy fall desserts that I just love:
How to Make Pumpkin Brownies
The process for these tasty pumpkin brownies is simple. Make both parts of the final product (the brownie batter and the pumpkin mixture), put them together, and then bake! You can use any brownie mix you like, so you’ll be following instructions based on the one you choose. The box will tell you how to prepare the brownie batter and what temperature you should use on the oven. I’ll help you out with the rest!
Here are a few helpful tips:
- Preheat your oven to whatever it says on the brownie mix box. 350°F is a good go-to temperature.
- For the brownie mix, follow the instructions on the box mix. I like to add some chocolate chips into the brownie mix to make them a little more chocolate-y.
- Be sure to spray the baking pan with cooking spray; this will make it MUCH easier to get them out later without ruining them.
- Pour half of the brownie mix into the pan and spread out so the entire bottom of the pan is covered. Then add in the layer of pumpkin (spread it out evenly, or just add spoonfuls of it). Lastly, pour the rest of the brownie batter over the pumpkin and smooth it out.
- Add about 10 minutes to the baking time listed on the box. Since you’re adding quite a bit of depth with the layer of pumpkin, you’ll need to cook them a bit longer.
- To check if brownies are done, dip a fork into the middle of the brownies. If the fork comes out clean, they are done. If there’s some batter on it, put them back in to cook a little bit longer. Cook in increments of a couple of minutes, then check again.
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Do I need to store brownies in the fridge?
Brownies DO NOT need to be stored in the refrigerator. In fact, doing so will remove moisture and might just make them harder and more crumbly. They are best stored at room temperature, and will stay fresh for 3-4 days just fine. Seal them properly to ensure they stay soft and moist.
These pumpkin brownies are so delicious and so easy…right up my alley! These are absolutely perfect for fall, something fun to serve around Halloween or Thanksgiving. Once you try these, you’ll want to make them again and again!
See the recipe card below for details on how to make Pumpkin Brownies. Enjoy!
If you like this pumpkin brownies recipe, try these other pumpkin inspired recipes:
Pumpkin Brownies
Pumpkin Brownies are an easy fall dessert recipe perfect for Halloween or Thanksgiving. Add a layer of pumpkin to your brownies for something fun and delicious!
- Brownie mix of your choice
- 1/2 can pumpkin NOT pumpkin pie filling
- 6 oz cream cheese
- 3 tbs. Sugar
- 4 tbs. pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
Preheat your oven to whatever instructions are on the brownie mix box. 350F works well.
Make the brownie mix in a separate bowl. Follow the directions on the box. Add the chocolate chips to the brownie mix. Stir them in and set the bowl and set to the side.
Mix the pumpkin, cream cheese (softened), sugar, and pumpkin pie spice in another bowl. Mix until very smooth.
Spray your pan with cooking spray before starting. Pour half of the brownie mix into the pan and spread out so the entire bottom of the pan is covered.
Next add the pumpkin. You can either spoon the pumpkin filling onto the brownie in chunks or spread it out evenly. Cover the pumpkin with the rest of the brownie batter and smooth out the top.
Now you’re ready to bake! I added 10 minutes to the directions on the box (cooked for 35 minutes for my pan size). Since you’re adding quite a bit of depth with the pumpkin mix…you’ll need to cook longer. To check if brownies are done…dip a fork into the middle of the brownies. If the fork comes out clean…they’re done! Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Pumpkin Brownies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 104 Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 16mg 5%
Sodium 51mg 2%
Potassium 32mg 1%
Total Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Sugars 8g
Protein 1g 2%
Vitamin A 4.4%
Vitamin C 0.6%
Calcium 3.6%
Iron 3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
