Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies
Indulge in the ultimate fusion of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter with these decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies! Perfectly fudgy and irresistibly moist, these brownies deliver a double dose of flavor: the deep, velvety taste of semisweet chocolate paired with swirls of warm, nutty peanut butter. Made with simple pantry staples, this recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep and finishes with a stunning marbled design that’s almost too beautiful to eat. Whether you’re hosting a party, treating yourself, or making a sweet gift, these brownies will become an instant favorite. Keywords: chocolate brownies, peanut butter dessert, easy brownie recipe, fudgy brownies.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 4 pieces large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until smooth and fully melted. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is well combined and slightly frothy.
Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Warm the peanut butter slightly in the microwave for 15 seconds to make it more spreadable. Drop spoonfuls of peanut butter onto the brownie batter, spacing them evenly across the surface.
Using a butter knife or toothpick, swirl the peanut butter into the brownie batter to create a marbled effect. Be careful not to over-swirl to preserve the distinct patterns.
Bake in the preheated oven for 28-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).
Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, lift the brownies out of the pan using the parchment overhang, place them on a cutting board, and slice into 16 squares. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5399 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 278.5 g | 357% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.6 g | 618% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 992 mg | 331% | |
| Sodium | 2285 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 714.5 g | 260% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 51.8 g | 185% | |
| Total Sugars | 543.2 g | ||
| Protein | 109.6 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 578 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 31.1 mg | 173% | |
| Potassium | 3382 mg | 72% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
