Did you know you can make brownies with just two ingredients? It’s true! All you need is a box of chocolate cake mix and a can of pureed pumpkin. See how easy it is to make this tasty dessert!

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Sometimes I want to make brownies from scratch, like these double chocolate almond flour brownies. But sometimes I just want to make a super simple batch of brownies. That’s where these 2 ingredient brownies come in! By mixing a box of cake mix with a can of pumpkin, you can make delicious, fudgy brownies in no time.

The Brownie Mix for 2 Ingredient Brownies

I’ve tried this recipe with a lot of different types and brands. Betty Crocker’s fudge brownie mix is vegan, so if you wanted to keep this recipe dairy-free, that’s a great option! I’ve also used Trader Joe’s brownie truffle baking mix. The mix should be about 18oz, so just make sure it’s the right size box. 

2 ingredient brownies

The Best Canned Pumpkin for Brownies

First of all, make sure you buy 100% canned pumpkin, not pumpkin pie mix. Pumpkin pie mix is much sweeter and contains other ingredients. Libby’s pureed pumpkin is a great option, but I’ve also used canned pumpkin from Trader Joe’s and Kroger. The only ingredient should be pumpkin! You’ll need one 15oz can.

can of pumpkin

How to Make 2 Ingredient Brownies

In a large bowl, combine the brownie mix and one 15oz can of pumpkin puree. You do not need to add any ingredients. The box will say you need to add things like oil and/or eggs, but just ignore this. The batter will be thicker than a typical brownie batter. Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper and spread the brownie batter into the pan.

brownie batter spread in a pan

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool, then slice into pieces and enjoy!

brownies in a pan

Do these brownies taste like pumpkin?

These brownies will have a subtle pumpkin flavor, but it’s not strong. If you want to amplify the pumpkin flavor, add 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice. This will strengthen the flavors of pumpkin to turn these into a tasty fall-themed dessert!

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brownies

2 Ingredient Brownies

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  • Author: Liz Thomson
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 16 pieces 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Dessert
  • Diet: Vegan
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Description

Did you know you can make brownies with just two ingredients? It’s true! All you need is a box of chocolate cake mix and a can of pureed pumpkin. See how easy it is to make this tasty dessert!

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 18oz box brownie mix
  • 1 15oz can pureed pumpkin

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Spray a 9×9 pan with non-stick spray.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the brownie mix and pumpkin. It will be very thick.
  4. Press the batter into the pan.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Notes

The box of brownie mix will call for ingredients like oil and eggs but you can skip those. All you need is pumpkin!

Looking for more easy dessert ideas? Try my 3 ingredient pumpkin muffins!

pumpkin muffin

Have you ever tried the pumpkin + brownie mix combo? What do you make when you’re feeling lazy?