These keto brownies are rich, fudgy, and swirled with creamy pumpkin cheesecake. They’re perfect for Halloween or any fall day. Low in carbs, full in flavor.
Brownie Layer:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 large eggs
2/3 cup almond flour
1/2 cup powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
1/2 tsp baking powder
Pinch of salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
(Optional) 1/4 tsp espresso powder
Pumpkin Cheesecake Swirl:
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
1 large egg
1/4 cup powdered sweetener
1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper.
In a bowl, mix melted butter and cocoa powder until smooth.
Add eggs, sweetener, and vanilla. Whisk until glossy.
Stir in almond flour, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder if using. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, mix softened cream cheese and sweetener until creamy.
Add pumpkin, egg, spice, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
Pour 2/3 of the brownie batter into the pan and spread evenly.
Spoon pumpkin cheesecake mix on top. Add remaining brownie batter in spoonfuls.
Use a knife or toothpick to swirl the layers gently.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
Cool in the pan for 20 minutes, then chill in the fridge before slicing.
Chill before slicing for cleaner cuts.
Best eaten within 5 days from the fridge.
Tastes even better the next day!
Use full-fat cream cheese for the best texture.
Don’t over-swirl or the colors will mix too much.