Fudgy Pumpkin Brownies with Simple Ingredients
Abby Marlow
These Pumpkin Brownies are rich, fudgy, and wholesome—made with pumpkin puree, almond butter, and cocoa. Beginner-friendly and quick to prepare, they deliver cozy fall flavors with minimal effort. Perfect for a snack, holiday treat, or anytime dessert.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 9 servings
Calories 145 kcal
- ¾ cup 180 g pumpkin puree
- ⅓ cup 80 g almond butter (or preferred nut butter)
- 4 tbsp 60 g maple syrup (or honey)
- ¼ cup 30 g cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract optional
- ⅙ tsp salt optional
- ¼ cup chocolate chips optional mix-in
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 7×7 in (15×15 cm) brownie pan with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, almond butter, and maple syrup. Stir until smooth.
Add cocoa powder and mix until the batter is glossy and lump-free. Stir in vanilla, salt, or chocolate chips if using.
Transfer batter to the prepared pan. Spread evenly with a spatula.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the center is set and no longer raw.
Cool completely at room temperature before slicing into squares.
For fudgier Pumpkin Brownies, avoid overbaking—edges should be firm while the center stays soft. Variation: swap almond butter with peanut butter for a richer, nuttier twist.
Nutrition (per serving, approx.)
Calories: 145
Carbohydrates: 16g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 8g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 9g
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