Description
Peanut Butter Brownies are a deliciously rich dessert that combines the deep flavors of chocolate and creamy peanut butter into fudgy perfection. Ideal for any occasion, these easy-to-make brownies are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings and impress your friends and family with every indulgent bite.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- Granulated sugar
- Brown sugar
- Unsalted butter
- Eggs
- Natural peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- Vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Stir in granulated sugar and brown sugar until combined.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, sift together all-purpose flour and cocoa powder. Gradually fold this into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, drop spoonfuls of peanut butter on top, swirl gently, then pour remaining batter over it.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are firm but center is slightly soft. Cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use high-quality cocoa powder and natural peanut butter for the best flavor. Avoid overmixing to maintain a soft and fudgy texture. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out with moist crumbs.