Ingredients
- For the Pumpkin Cheesecake Swirl:
- 4 ounces vegan cream cheese, at room temperature
- 4 ounces pumpkin puree (1/2 cup), at room temperature
- 3 tablespoons sugar (brown, cane, coconut, or any granulated sugar)
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 egg yolk substitute (e.g., Bob's Red Mill Egg Replacer)
- For the Brownies:
- 1 cup vegan chocolate chips (188g)
- 1 cup regular flour (133.75g) or gluten-free alternative
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 flax eggs or vegan egg substitute
- 3/4 cup sugar (131.25g; brown, cane, or coconut)
- 1/2 cup oil (100g; any kind)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line and grease an 8×8-inch brownie pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine all the pumpkin cheesecake swirl ingredients and mix until well combined. Set aside.
- Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth, or melt over a double boiler.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, beat together flax eggs (or substitute), sugar, and oil for about 2 minutes. Stir in water and vanilla extract.
- Add the wet mixture and melted chocolate to the dry mixture. Stir until fully combined, about 3 minutes.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
- Dollop the pumpkin cheesecake mixture on top. Swirl with a knife to create a marbled effect, being careful not to overmix.
- Bake for 45 minutes. The center may remain slightly wobbly.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely at room temperature.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to fully set.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 6 months.
- Use semi-sweet vegan chocolate chips for best flavor.
- Make sure to use an 8×8-inch pan for correct bake time.
- Do not skip the cooling and chilling steps to ensure the brownies set properly.
- Ensure your oven is properly calibrated for accurate results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg