Description
These Fudgy Peanut Butter Brownies are ultra-rich, gooey, and have a delicious swirl of creamy peanut butter throughout. Perfect for peanut butter and chocolate lovers, these brownies are an indulgent treat that’s easy to make and impossible to resist!
Ingredients
- 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar, packed
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (85g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup (180g) creamy peanut butter
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
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Make the Brownie Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix for maximum fudginess.
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Add the Peanut Butter Swirl:
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Warm the peanut butter slightly in the microwave (about 15-20 seconds) to make it easier to drizzle.
- Drop spoonfuls of peanut butter over the brownie batter and use a knife to swirl it through the batter for a marbled effect.
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Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Do not overbake to keep them fudgy.
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Cool and Serve:
- Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment overhang. Slice into squares and serve.
Notes
- Add chocolate chips: Fold 1/2 cup chocolate chips into the batter for extra gooey chocolate.
- Crunchy peanut butter: Use crunchy peanut butter for a bit of texture.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.