Sugar Free Pumpkin Swirl Brownies are the perfect combination of rich chocolate brownies and spiced pumpkin swirls.
This recipe features delicious fudgy brownies topped with a pumpkin cream cheese swirl topping and is made without added sugar.
Sugar free pumpkin brownies with cream cheese frosting.
This recipe features a brownie base that is dense, moist, and chocolatey.
The base is topped with a creamy pumpkin swirl layer of sweetness and an added hint of fall spices.
Did you try my recipe for Sugar Free Pumpkin Cheesecake?
That simple dessert bar recipe features a creamy pumpkin cheesecake on an almond flour crust. Both this recipe for brownies and that recipe for cheesecake bars are delicious dessert ideas that are sugar free and keto low carb friendly.
To make this recipe you will need pumpkin pie spice. You can find a selection of pumpkin pie spice here.
What to know about pumpkin pie spice.
Pumpkin pie spice contains the spices that are commonly associated with pumpkin pie as well as other baked goods made with pumpkin. These spices are often a reminder of the fall season.
Pumpkin pie spice is a popular blend of warm and aromatic spices. Combining the ingredients together is a convenient way to infuse the flavors of fall into a variety of recipes without having to measure and mix individual spices separately.
There are four ingredients that are commonly used to make pumpkin pie spice. Note that recipes for pumpkin pie spice can vary.
● Ground Cinnamon. Gives the spice blend its warm, sweet flavor (60%).
● Ground Ginger. Adds a sweet and nutty flavor (10%).
● Ground Nutmeg. Contributes a rich, nutty, and slightly sweet taste (20%).
● Ground Cloves. Offers a strong, sweet, and aromatic flavor with a touch of warmth (10%).
● Also sometimes added, Allspice or pepper.
Tips for making this easy layered pumpkin dessert.
My recipes includes a brownie layer made from scratch. You can however use a sugar free brownie mix instead and skip on to the swirl layer portion of the recipe.
More helpful tips for you.
- You can also make this recipe low in carbohydrates. Simply use a low carb brownie mix for the base and a low carb flour in the swirl layer (almond flour could work).
- For extra texture and flavor, add chopped walnuts or pecans to the brownie base. I also like to add sugar free chocolate chips for additional moisture and flavor.
- To make the swirl design on the top of the brownies, you can use a knife, toothpick, or skewer to gently swirl the pumpkin mixture into the brownie batter. This will create a marbled or similar design.
How to store sugar free pumpkin brownies.
Once the brownies have fully cooled, you can store them in an airtight container.
If properly stored, these brownies should keep for about five days refrigerated or about two months frozen.
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About this recipe for pumpkin brownies made with no added sugar.
This is a delicious layered dessert recipe that is made without sugar. The bottom layer features a fudgy brownie base while the top layer is a creamy pumpkin swirl that adds both sweetness and a hint of fall
How to serve pumpkin swirl brownies.
- Serve these brownie as is with a scoop of Sugar Free Vanilla Ice Cream on top.
- Top these brownies with Sugar Free Whipped Cream topping.
- Drizzle Sugar Free Ganache on top and serve with a glass of milk.
Ingredients needed to make Sugar Free Pumpkin Brownies
This recipe consists of two layers.
The ingredients needed for each of the layers are listed below.
For the Brownie Batter Layer.
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder. Added for that chocolaty taste.
- Salt. If you are using salted butter, you can omit this.
- Flour. My brownies were made with regular all purpose flour. You can however, sub in a low carbohydrate all purpose flour.
- Baking Powder. Added for leveaning.
- Butter. The butter should be melted.
- Sugar Alternative. For best results, use a sugar alternative that measures like regular sugar and that can also be baked with.
- Eggs. The eggs should be at room temperature.
- Vanilla Extract. "Pure" vanilla extract is preferred.
Expert Tip 👉 You can bypass the brownie layer and simply us a sugar free brownie mix.
Ingredients needed for the cream cheese swirl layer.
- Cream cheese. Use a full fat cream cheese bar that that is softened to room temperature.
- Sugar alternative. Again, use a granular sugar alternative that measures like sugar and that can also be baked with.
- Vanilla Extract. Added for flavor balance.
- Egg. The egg should be at room temperature.
- Flour. Regular or low carb can be used.
- Pumpkin Puree. Canned pumpkin puree is preferred as it has no added ingredients such as sugar and has already been baked.
- Pumpkin Pie Spice. Added for that flavor that is expected with a recipe such as this one.
- Ground cinnamon. Added for an extra kick of flavor.😉
How to make Sugar Free Pumpkin Swirl Brownies
Servings: 12
Prep time: 15 Minutes
Cook: 40 minutes
Total: 55 minutes
- Preheat your oven to 350 and prep a baking dish for nonstick. Greasing or parchment paper should work for this recipe.
- Start by preparing the brownie layer. If you are using a brownie mix, simply prepare the mix as directed and skip to number six in these instructions.
- In a medium mixing bowl use a whisk to combine together the cocoa powder, salt, flour and baking powder.
- Next, in a mixing bowl beat together the melted butter and sugar alternative until well combined. Then add the eggs one at a time, lightly mixing after each addition. You can then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in the dry ingredients from the medium mixing bowl into the wet ingredient in the large bowl until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Set this bowl aside.
- To make the swirl topping layer, beat the cream cheese on medium high speed until smooth and creamy. Then add the vanilla extract, egg, flour and half of the sugar alternative to the cream cheese. Mix well until fully incorporated.
- Next, divide the cream cheese mixture into two separate bowls. In your second bowl add the pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, cinnamon and remaining sugar alternative and mix well.
- Pour about ¾ of the brownie batter, from the bowl that you had set aside earlier, into the prepared baking dish and evenly spread it in the baking dish using spatula or similar item.
- Now, alternate dropping spoonfuls of the cream cheese mix, pumpkin mix, and remaining brownie batter onto the top of the brownie batter layer. Then you can use a toothpick, skewer or even a chopstick to create swirls by dragging it lightly through the top layer of the ingredients in the baking dish.
- Bake the brownies for 30 minutes, uncovered. The carefully cover the baking dish loosely with foil and continue to bake for an additional five to ten minutes or until a toothpick comes with a few moist crumbs in the center of the brownies.
- Let brownies completely cool before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Expert Tip👉 Avoid overbaking the brownies in or to keep the brownies fudgy.
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In case you missed something.
- Sugar free pumpkin brownies with cream cheese frosting.
- What to know about pumpkin pie spice.
- Tips for making this easy layered pumpkin dessert.
- How to store sugar free pumpkin brownies.
- About this recipe for pumpkin brownies made with no added sugar.
- Ingredients needed to make Sugar Free Pumpkin Brownies
- How to make Sugar Free Pumpkin Swirl Brownies
The Recipe Card for Sugar Free Pumpkin Swirl Brownies
Sugar Free Pumpkin Swirl Brownies
Ingredients
Brownie Layer
- ⅓ cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- ¼ tsp Salt
- ½ cup Flour - see post for details and alternatives
- ¼ tsp Baking Powder
- ½ cup Butter - melted
- ¾ cup Sugar Alternative - see post for details and alternatives
- 2 Eggs
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
Swirl Layer
- 8 oz Cream Cheese
- ⅓ cup Sugar Alternative - see post for details and alternatives
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 Egg
- 1 tbsp Flour - see post for details and alternatives
- ½ cup Pumpkin Puree
- 1 ½ tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice
- ½ tsp Ground Cinnamon
Instructions
For the Brownie Layer
- Preheat your oven to 350 and prep a baking dish for nonstick.
- In a medium mixing bowl use a whisk to combine together the cocoa powder, salt, flour and baking powder.
- Next, in a mixing bowl beat together the melted butter and sugar alternative until well combined. Then add the eggs one at a time, lightly mixing after each addition. You can then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in the dry ingredients from the medium mixing bowl into the wet ingredient in the large bowl until just combined. Set this bowl aside.
For the swirl layer and finish.
- Beat the cream cheese on medium high speed until smooth and creamy. Then add the vanilla extract, egg, flour and half of the sugar alternative to the cream cheese. Mix well until fully incorporated.
- Next, divide the cream cheese mixture into two separate bowls. In your second bowl add the pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, cinnamon and remaining sugar alternative and mix well.
- Pour about ¾ of the brownie batter, from the bowl that you had set aside earlier, into the prepared baking dish and evenly spread it in the baking dish using spatula or similar item.
- Now, alternate dropping spoonfuls of the cream cheese mix, pumpkin mix, and remaining brownie batter onto the top of the brownie batter layer. Then you can use a toothpick, skewer or even a chopstick to create swirls by dragging it lightly through the top layer of the ingredients in the baking dish.
- Bake the brownies for 30 minutes, uncovered. Then carefully cover the baking dish loosely with foil and continue to bake for an additional five to ten minutes or until a toothpick comes with a few moist crumbs in the center of the brownies.
- Allow the brownies to fully cool before slicing and serving.
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