Peanut Butter Brownies

These Peanut Butter Brownies are the perfect combination of rich, fudgy brownies and creamy peanut butter swirls. With a gooey chocolate base and a luscious peanut butter topping, they make a decadent dessert that’s sure to please anyone who loves the chocolate-peanut butter combo.

These Peanut Butter Brownies are a treat for any chocolate and peanut butter lover. Rich, gooey, and packed with flavour, they make for a perfect dessert or snack. Enjoy every decadent bite!

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Peanut Butter Brownies

Yield: 12

Author: Jennifer Cartier

Prep time: 15 MinCook time: 30 MinTotal time: 45 Min

These Peanut Butter Brownies are a treat for any chocolate and peanut butter lover. Rich, gooey, and packed with flavour, they make for a perfect dessert or snack. Enjoy every decadent bite!

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Ingredients

For the Brownie Base

• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup (30g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

For the Peanut Butter Swirl

• 1/2 cup (125g) creamy peanut butter (preferably not too thick or crunchy)
• 1/4 cup (50g) powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease or line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.

Make the Brownie Base

1. 1. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until combined.
2. 2. Add the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
3. 3. Pour the Batter: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly.

Make the Peanut Butter Swirl

1. Combine Peanut Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, mix together the peanut butter, powdered sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined. If the mixture is too thick, you can microwave it for 10-15 seconds to soften it.
2. Create the Swirl: Drop spoonfuls of the peanut butter mixture on top of the brownie batter. Use a knife or a skewer to swirl the peanut butter into the brownie batter, creating a marbled effect.

Bake the Brownies

1. 1. Bake: Bake the brownies in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter). The brownies will continue to firm up as they cool.
2. 2. Cool: Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares.
3. 3. Serve: Once cooled, slice the peanut butter brownies into squares and enjoy! These brownies are great on their own, but you can also serve them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

Notes

 Tips for Perfect Peanut Butter Brownies:

- Peanut Butter: Make sure to use smooth, creamy peanut butter for the swirl. Natural peanut butter may be too oily or thick, which can make the swirl difficult to achieve.

- Fudgy Brownies: For super fudgy brownies, avoid overbaking them. The brownies should still be slightly gooey in the center when done.

- Peanut Butter Topping: For a thicker peanut butter swirl, you can double the amount of the peanut butter mixture. If you like a more subtle flavour, you can reduce the peanut butter or omit it entirely.

- Storage: Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months—just wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and foil.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

261

Fat

16 g

Sat. Fat

8 g

Carbs

27 g

Fiber

2 g

Net carbs

25 g

Sugar

20 g

Protein

5 g

Sodium

117 mg

Cholesterol

56 mg

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