Description

Indulge in the irresistible combination of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter with these decadent Peanut Butter Cup Brownies. Fudgy, sweet, and perfectly nutty, these brownies are a treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

Brownie Batter:

½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking powder

Toppings:

½ cup peanut butter
12 mini peanut butter cups, chopped
¼ cup semisweet chocolate chips (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease.
Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, combine melted butter and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
Add dry ingredients: Stir in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until just combined.
Layering: Pour half the batter into the pan, top with spoonfuls of peanut butter, swirl lightly, and sprinkle chopped peanut butter cups and chocolate chips.
Finish baking: Pour remaining batter over the toppings, spread evenly, and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Cool and serve: Let the brownies cool completely before slicing and enjoying.

Notes

For extra peanut flavor, swirl an additional tablespoon of peanut butter on top before baking.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.