Description
Peanut Butter Brownie Bars are the ultimate dessert experience, blending rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter into a fudgy treat. Perfect for any occasion, these bars deliver a delightful flavor explosion that will leave everyone craving more. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or satisfying a sweet tooth, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl until bubbly. Let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs. Mix in the vanilla.
- Sift in cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt; stir until just combined.
- Fold in peanut butter until swirls appear, then add chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie bar (45g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For added texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts or extra chocolate chips. - Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days or freeze for three months.