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)
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.