Healthy Pumpkin Brownies
Healthy pumpkin brownies are the perfect fall bake. Made without oil and with whole wheat flour, these brownies are healthier, yet feel indulgent. The result are fudgy, soft, and fluffy brownies that you'll want to enjoy all fall long.
Servings: 12 brownies
Ingredients
Pumpkin Brownies
- ¾ c pumpkin puree
- ½ c pure maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 c white or regular whole wheat flour
- ½ c special dark or regular cocoa powder
- 1 tsp espresso powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ⅓ c mini chocolate chips (+ 2 Tbsp for garnish)
White Chocolate Drizzle
- 2 Tbsp white chocolate chips
- ¾ tsp coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350℉. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla.
- In a second large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, espresso powder, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
- Make a well in the dry ingredients and add the wet ingredients. Mix to combine. Fold in ⅓ cup of chocolate chips.
- Spoon the batter into the baking pan (it will be thick!). Use a rubber spatula to spread the batter into an even layer. Top with the remaining 2 tablespoons of chocolate chips.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out cleanly (there will be a few crumbs sticking to the knife). Allow the brownies to cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 20 minutes.
- To make the drizzle, add the white chocolate chips and coconut oil to a small microwave safe bowl. Heat for about 30 seconds, stopping every 10-15 seconds to stir the chocolate and prevent tempering. Drizzle the white chocolate over the brownies. Cut into 12 squares. Enjoy!
Notes
- How long do brownies last - brownies can last up to 3 days at room temperature, 1 week refrigerated, and 3-6 months in the freezer.
- Do brownies need to be refrigerated - no, unless they contain a dairy component, like a cheesecake layer or cream cheese swirl, a fruit topping, or a dairy frosting, like buttercream or cream cheese frosting.
- How to tell if brownies are done - brownies are done when you insert a knife into the center and it comes out cleanly (a few crumbs sticking to it, but no batter streaks).
- How to store brownies - store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for 1 week. You can also store brownies in a freezer-safe container or bag in the freezer for up to 3 months.