Description
These Whole Wheat Pumpkin Brownies combine the rich, comforting flavors of pumpkin and cocoa for a deliciously moist and wholesome treat. Made with whole wheat flour and spiced with pumpkin pie spice, these brownies are enhanced by the melt-in-your-mouth semi-sweet chocolate chips, delivering a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. Ideal for fall or when you want a cozy dessert with a healthy twist.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 (15 ounce) can pure pumpkin
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 and 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 13x9x2-inch baking dish with cooking spray to ensure the brownies don’t stick.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, pure pumpkin, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and consistent.
- Incorporate dry into wet: Gradually whisk the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined and smooth.
- Add chocolate chips: Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, cut into approximately 15 squares and enjoy.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark cocoa powder instead of regular unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Ensure not to overbake to keep the brownies moist and fudgy.
- You can substitute the vegetable oil with melted coconut oil for a subtle flavor twist.
- Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approximate)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg