The Vegan Pumpkin Brownies are delicious and comforting. These brownies have 3 grams of protein and 220 calories per serving. Takes 45 minutes to prepare this dessert. We made this recipe with all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, baking powder, nutmeg, sugars, pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, vegan milk, vanilla extract, chocolate chips, and pumpkin seeds. You may pair them with maple syrup drizzle, vegan whipped cream, powdered sugar, coconut yogurt, pumpkin seeds, warm berry compote, or vegan chocolate ice cream. Store these Vegan Pumpkin Brownies for 5 days in the refrigerator.
STATS:
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Course: Dessert
- Serving size: 1 brownie
- Cuisine: American
- Total time: 45 minutes
- Diet: Vegan
- Serving: 12 brownies
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
EQUIPMENT:
- 8 × 8-inch baking pan
- Baking paper
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Cooling rack
- Knife
- Medium mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring cups
INGREDIENTS:
FOR THE PUMPKIN BROWNIES:
- Quarter tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Half tsp baking soda
- Quarter cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Half cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Half tsp salt
- 1/3 cup neutral vegetable oil
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- Quarter cup unsweetened vegan milk
- Half cup vegan chocolate chips
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
TOPPING:
- 2 tbsp vegan chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds
INGREDIENT NOTES:
UNSWEETENED COCOA POWDER:
- This powder gives rich chocolate taste and dark color to the brownies. Utilize Dutch-process cocoa powder as a replacement.
ALL-PURPOSE FLOUR:
- It gives structure and holds the batter together to keep the brownies soft. You may use whole-wheat pastry flour as per your preference.
PUMPKIN PUREE:
- It gives pumpkin taste and moisture to the brownies. You may use homemade pumpkin puree as a substitute.
VEGAN CHOCOLATE CHIPS:
- They give little pockets of melted chocolate throughout the brownies. You may use chopped vegan dark chocolate as an alternative.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, cover the pan with baking paper and warm the oven to 350°F.
- Whisk vanilla extract, pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and vegan milk in the large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk baking soda, cinnamon, flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cocoa powder.
- Mix the dry and wet mixture and stir in vegan chocolate chips then add the batter in the pan.
- Sprinkle pumpkin seeds and chocolate chips on top, then bake the batter for 30 minutes.
- Cool the brownies completely on the cooling rack, then cut them into 12 squares and serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
ICE CREAM:
- Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream
- Cinnamon Ice Cream
- Vegan Chocolate Ice Cream
- Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream
FRUIT:
- Sliced Bananas
- Fresh Raspberries
- Roasted Apples
- Fresh Strawberries
SAUCES:
- Vegan Chocolate Sauce
- Vegan Caramel Sauce
- Maple Syrup Drizzle
- Pumpkin Spice Sauce
BREAKFAST SIDES:
- Vegan Coconut Yogurt
- Cinnamon Apple Compote
- Pumpkin Chia Pudding
- Warm Berry Compote
TOPPINGS:
- Powdered Sugar
- Vegan Whipped Cream
- Pumpkin Seeds
- Dairy-Free Chocolate Shavings
TIPS:
- Use thick pumpkin puree so the brownies do not become too soft.
- Avoid mixing the flour too much to keep the dessert tender.
- Cool the brownies completely, then slice for a firmer texture.
- Include vegan dark chocolate for richer taste in the dessert.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the cooled brownies in the vessel and keep for 5 days.
FREEZER:
- Wrap the brownies properly and freeze for three months.
FAQs:
Can I include homemade pumpkin puree in this recipe?
- Yes, you may add homemade pumpkin puree as it works best.
Does this recipe contain gluten?
- No, if you replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking flour blend.
Can I include coconut oil in this dessert?
- Yes, you may use melted refined coconut oil for a mild taste in the brownies.
What makes the brownies too soft?
- The moisture from the pumpkin makes the brownies soft.
Can I make this dessert earlier?
- Yes, you may refrigerate the baked brownies one day early.
How to make the brownies more fudgy?
- Avoid overbaking the brownies and cool them completely for a fudgier texture.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 220 kcal
Calcium: 35 mg
Net carbs: 31 g
Sodium: 170 mg
Iron: 2.1 mg
Total carbs: 34 g
Protein: 3 g
Potassium: 145 mg
Vitamin A: 2,950 IU
Fiber: 3 g
