Embrace the flavors of fall with our delightful Air Fryer Pumpkin "Brownies", a sweet and nutty twist on a classic treat. Made with rich pumpkin puree and warm spices, these pumpkin squares are soft, moist, and full of seasonal charm. The nut crumb topping adds a delightful crunch that perfectly complements the pumpkin's earthy sweetness. It's a cozy, comforting dessert that's just right for autumn and Thanksgiving gatherings.
Ingredients:
For the Pumpkin Brownies:
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
For the Nut Crumb Topping:
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (such as pecans or walnuts)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:
- Preheat your air fryer to 325°F (160°C). While it's preheating, you can prepare the brownie batter and nut crumb topping.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until the batter is smooth.
- Grease a small oven-safe dish that fits comfortably in your air fryer basket.
- Pour the pumpkin brownie batter into the greased dish, spreading it out evenly.
- In a small bowl, combine the chopped nuts, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon to create the nut crumb topping.
- Sprinkle the nut crumb topping evenly over the pumpkin brownie batter.
- Place the dish in the preheated air fryer basket.
- Air fry the brownies at 325°F (160°C) for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Keep an eye on the brownies as cooking times may vary depending on your specific air fryer model.
- Once done, carefully remove the dish from the air fryer and allow the brownies to cool for a few minutes.
- Slice and serve your Air Fryer Pumpkin Brownies with a delightful nut crumb topping. Enjoy the rich pumpkin flavor and the satisfying crunch of the nut topping.
These Air Fryer Pumpkin Brownies are a delightful treat that combines the warm flavors of pumpkin and the comforting crunch of nut crumbs, making them a perfect addition to your fall and Thanksgiving dessert menu.
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