Description
Peanut Butter Brownies are rich, fudgy chocolate brownies swirled with creamy peanut butter for the ultimate sweet and salty dessert combo that’s sure to please any crowd.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix melted butter and sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla and stir until well combined.
- Stir in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until just mixed.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Drop spoonfuls of peanut butter on top and swirl with a knife or skewer.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- Use crunchy peanut butter for added texture.
- For extra indulgence, sprinkle chocolate chips on top before baking.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg