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Easy Homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies Recipe

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  • Author: Sophia
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 brownies

Description

These Easy Homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies combine rich, fudgy chocolate with creamy peanut butter swirls for a decadent treat. With a simple preparation involving melted butter and chocolate, mixed with brown sugar, eggs, and cocoa powder, these brownies bake up moist and full of intense flavor. Perfect for peanut butter lovers, this recipe delivers a delightful balance of sweet and nutty, easy enough for any home baker.

Ingredients

Brownie Batter

  • 12 tablespoons (168 g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • ¾ cup (135 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips (higher quality recommended)
  • 1½ cups (300 g) brown sugar, light or dark, packed
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled or weighed
  • ½ cup (43 g) cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Peanut Butter Swirl

  • ¾ cup (192 g) creamy peanut butter (natural peanut butter not recommended)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch square metal baking pan with parchment paper, allowing the paper to hang over the edges for easy removal of the brownies later.
  2. Melt Butter and Chocolate: In a large microwave-safe bowl or in a pan over low heat on the stove, melt the unsalted butter together with the semi-sweet chocolate chips. Stir until smooth and fully combined.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: Whisk the melted butter and chocolate mixture well, then add the brown sugar and whisk to combine thoroughly. Once mixed, add the eggs one at a time, whisking vigorously. Ensure the mixture has cooled enough before adding eggs to prevent them from cooking. Whisk until the batter lightens in color.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt until fully incorporated.
  5. Mix Dry into Wet: Carefully fold the dry ingredients into the wet chocolate mixture just until no flour streaks remain. Avoid over-mixing to keep the brownies tender.
  6. Layer Batter and Peanut Butter: Spread half of the brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan. Drop spoonfuls of half of the creamy peanut butter over this layer. Repeat with the remaining batter and peanut butter. Using a butter knife, swirl the peanut butter on top to create a marbled effect.
  7. Bake Brownies: Place the pan on the middle rack of your preheated oven and bake for 25 to 35 minutes. The edges should be set, and a toothpick inserted into the center should come out with a few moist crumbs. Avoid over-baking for a gooier texture.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan until firm enough to lift out using the parchment paper edges. Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely before slicing. Enjoy your rich and gooey chocolate peanut butter brownies!

Notes

  • Using high-quality chocolate chips enhances the flavor significantly.
  • Ensure the butter and chocolate mixture cools enough before adding eggs to prevent scrambling.
  • Do not over-mix the batter after adding flour to keep the brownies soft and tender.
  • Use creamy peanut butter rather than natural varieties for better swirling and texture.
  • Baking times may vary depending on your oven; check doneness starting at 25 minutes to avoid over-baking.
  • For gooier brownies, slightly under-bake and allow them to cool in the pan.
  • Line the pan with parchment paper with overhang for easy removal of brownies.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sophiasrecipe.com/easy-homemade-chocolate-peanut-butter-brownies-recipe/