Vegan Pumpkin Brownies | Fudgy, chocolatey, pumpkin spice brownies, the perfect vegan fall dessert. Using canned pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, cocoa powder, and dark chocolate, these vegan pumpkin brownies are fudgy, loaded with chocolate, and perfectly spiced.
These vegan pumpkin brownies with pumpkin puree are the ultimate fall treat for vegan sweet lovers. They’re incredibly fudgy in texture, and simple to make. Great for thanksgiving, halloween, or even Christmas with that can of pumpkin puree that you lost in the pantry months ago.
Many swirl-style brownie recipes require two separate brownie batters. With these easy pumpkin brownies, you make one pumpkin brownie batter and divide it, adding cocoa and chocolate to one part, keeping it simple and straightfoward.
These dairy free chocolate pumpkin brownies are completely vegan and made without oil, fitting many dietary needs while remaining decadent, delicious, and chocolatey.
How to make fudgy vegan brownies
The secret to fudgy vegan pumpkin brownies (or any brownies) is using a higher ratio of fat and sugar to flour. Using more flour yields a cakey texture.
For fudgy brownies, keep the flour to a minimum, and skip the leavening agent (like baking powder) which would lift the brownies.
Using pumpkin puree, which provides moisture, as well as a bunch fo dark chocolate, adds to the fudgey texture and melt in your mouth gooiness.
Vegan Pumpkin Brownie Add-ins
Want more in your pumpkin brownies? No problem. I add large chunks of dark chocolate but chocolate chips also work.
Add in a handful of chopped nuts or dried fruit.
Try adding crushed cookies, chocolate candy pieces, or even pretzels to the top.
Ingredients
More about the ingredients in this recipe. The exact measurements are below.
Substitutions
Instructions
Prep tips:
Combine the wet ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
Add the flour, spices, and salt.
Transfer a 1/4 of the batter and set aside. To the remaining 3/4, add the cocoa and chocolate.
Add the chocolate brownie batter to the baking dish.
Spoon the pumpkin brownie batter on top.
Using a chopstick or skewer, swirl the batters together.
Bake for 45-60 minutes until a skewer or toothpick comes out mostly clean or with minimal crumbs.
Tips for Making Vegan Brownies
What to Serve with Pumpkin Chocolate Brownies
Pumpkin brownies are the perfect treat for fall gatherings and holidays.
If you love vegan chocolate desserts, try my Vegan Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies, or my Chocolate Tofu Pudding.
Storage
Allow brownies to cool before slicing and storing. Store the brownies in an air tight container in the fridge for 3-4 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Allow frozen brownies to thaw at room temperature for an hour.
FAQ’s
To make fudgy vegan brownies, use a higher ratio of fat to flour, skip the baking powder or baking soda, and don’t overmix the brownie batter.
If you don’t have pumpkin pie spice, just use the spices used in pumpkin pie spice, like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, and clove.
Vegan Pumpkin Brownies Recipe
Equipment
- 1 whisk
- 1 9×9 baking dish
- parchment paper
Ingredients
- 1 cup vegan butter melted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup white sugar
- 1 cup plant based milk I used cashew milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup pumpkin puree canned
- 1 ½ cups all purpose flour spooned and leveled
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice*
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- pinch of salt
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ¾ cups dark chocolate* chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F/180°C. Line a 9×9 baking dish with parchment paper, or grease well.
- In a large mixing bowl, add melted vegan butter, sugars, plant based milk, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree. Whisk well to combine.
- Add the flour, spices, and salt. Whisk to combine, but be careful not to overmix.
- Transfer 1/4 of the pumpkin brownie batter to a separate bowl and set aside. To the remaining 3/4 of the batter, add the cocoa powder and dark chocolate. Use a silicone spatula to mix. Don't overmix the batter.
- Add the chocolate brownie batter to the prepared baking dish and smooth it out. Spoon the pumpkin brownie batter on top of the chocolate batter. Using a chopstick or skewer, swirl the batter together until it reaches your desired look.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes until the top is crackly and a skewer or toothpick comes out mostly clean or with minimal crumbs.
Notes
Nutrition Info
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Erika Piper
Hey there, I’m Erika. I’ve been meat-free for over a decade.
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