Description
Creamy peanut butter brownies blend rich chocolate with smooth nutty swirls for ultimate dessert indulgence. Chocolate lovers will savor each decadent bite of this irresistible sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (227g / 8 ounces) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (175g) semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup (113g) creamy peanut butter
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups (150g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (220g) firmly packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by heating the oven to 350°F. Coat an 8×8-inch square pan with cooking spray and create a parchment paper sling for easy removal.
- Create a chocolate base by melting butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Remove from stove and incorporate half the chocolate chips, stirring until smooth. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and allow to cool slightly.
- Sift flour and cocoa powder together in a separate bowl. Integrate salt into the dry ingredients using a whisk.
- Develop the wet mixture by blending sugars, eggs, and vanilla into the melted chocolate until achieving a uniform consistency. Gently fold in the flour mixture, being careful not to overmix. Incorporate remaining chocolate chips.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, ensuring an even distribution. Dot the surface with small spoonfuls of peanut butter, creating a marbled effect by gently swirling with a knife.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, monitoring for a set center. If peanut butter begins to brown too quickly, cover with aluminum foil after 25 minutes.
- Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares, ensuring clean and precise slices.
Notes
- Chocolate Quality Matters Use high-quality dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips for deeper, richer flavor that elevates the entire brownie experience.
- Peanut Butter Technique Ensure peanut butter is at room temperature for easier swirling and more even distribution throughout the brownie batter.
- Texture Perfection Remove brownies from oven when center is slightly underbaked for that signature fudgy, moist texture that melts in your mouth.
- Storage Secret Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for maximum freshness and a firmer consistency.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg