Healthy Pumpkin Protein Brownies

Fall baking just got a major upgrade! These Healthy Pumpkin Protein Brownies are fudgy, flavorful, and packed with nutrients. They are perfect for when you are looking for something sweet and satisfying. Made with wholesome ingredients like pumpkin puree and oat flour, they're great for post-workout fuel or cozy weekend baking with your kiddos!

You will absolutely LOVE these healthy brownies! They are a great guilt-free fall treat and are super easy to make. Just like all my recipes, they are also done in under 30 minutes. A perfect snack to keep you going with the added protein from the chickpeas and peanut butter.

These pumpkin brownies are the absolute best fall treat! They are kid-friendly and adults love them too. Bake them for your next holiday get together and I promise you everyone will be asking for the recipe.

If you are on the hunt for more protein-packed recipes, you must try my Healthy Protein Burger Sauce, and my Cloud Eggs are an awesome breakfast option!

Ingredients to make pumpkin brownies

You will need the following ingredients!

• chickpeas - rinsed and drained, using chickpeas adds to the moist and fudgy texture while also bringing added protein and providing nutritional value.
• pumpkin puree - brings the delicious pumpkin flavor while contributing to the moist fudgy texture as well.
• 2 large eggs - whisked, helps add to the essential structure while also providing richness and binds the ingredients together.
• peanut butter - I usually always use reduced-fat, but feel free to use regular. Peanut butter helps add even more protein to these delicious, easy brownies.
• cocoa powder - enhances the rich chocolate flavor.
• almond flour - a naturally gluten-free flour that brings a slightly nutty flavor. Helps to provide more structure to the brownie, as well.
• salt - adding a pinch of salt helps balance the sweetness.
• pure pumpkin pie spice extract - boosts the pumpkin flavor and adds a warm, spicy aroma.
• pure maple syrup - adds a natural sweetness.
• baking soda - creates lift and ensures a tender texture.
• semi-sweet dark chocolate chips - provides rich flavor and gooey, melted, chocolatey chunks.

How to make this delicious dessert

Step-by-step directions for these healthy fall brownies!

Step 1 - Preheat your oven to 350° and grease an 8 x 8-inch square baking pan and set aside.  Place the beans, eggs, peanut butter, cocoa powder, salt, pumpkin pie extract, baking soda, pumpkin pie puree, and maple syrup in a blender or food processor.  Here is the blender I use, linked under my favorites page.  Ninja Blender!

Step 2 - Blend until smooth.  Pour into a bowl and fold in chocolate chips and walnuts if desired. Then pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and top with more chocolate chips.

Step 3 - Bake for 22 -25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.  Cool completely and cut into squares. 

Step 4 - For the butterscotch drizzle topping, melt butterscotch morsels in the microwave with a tsp. of coconut oil and drizzle on top with a spoon.

Substitutions and Variations

Almond Flour - you can swap out other types of flour for the almond. You could use all-purpose, whole-wheat, or even coconut flour.

Pure Pumpkin Pie Extract - can also be swapped out for pure vanilla extract.

Pure Maple Syrup - can also use pure honey in place of the syrup.

Chopped Walnuts - want to add even more protein, fold in some chopped walnuts for an even crunchier taste.

Tips and FAQ's

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