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Fudgy Pumpkin Brownies

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These Fudgy Pumpkin Brownies are a perfectly gooey chocolate treat with a hint of pumpkin spice, making them ideal for cozy nights in, fall parties, or a weekday pick-me-up.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240g) pure pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (85g) chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture. Whisk until well combined and slightly fluffy.
  4. Stir in pure pumpkin puree, ensuring it is evenly distributed in the mixture.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding gently with a spatula. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. If adding chocolate chips, fold them into the batter at this stage.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly using your spatula.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the brownies are set but still slightly gooey in the center. Insert a toothpick—it should come out with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper. Slice into squares and enjoy.

Notes

[‘Don’t overmix the batter to avoid dense brownies.’, ‘Use parchment paper for easy removal.’, ‘Check for doneness using the toothpick test; it should come out with a few moist crumbs.’, ‘Allow brownies to cool completely for clean cuts and the best texture.’, ‘Customize the spice level by adding extra cinnamon or nutmeg.’]

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