Peanut Butter Brownies
Experience the ultimate dessert with these rich and fudgy peanut butter brownies. With a delightful combination of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate, every bite offers an irresistible sweetness that will transport you back to comforting childhood memories. Perfectly gooey and easy to make, they are ideal for gatherings or cozy nights at home. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this simple yet delicious recipe that guarantees happiness in every square!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat melted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix until glossy.
- Fold in the dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Gently swirl in dollops of peanut butter throughout the batter.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider folding in chocolate chips or nuts. You can also use crunchy peanut butter for an extra crunch! Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days at room temperature.