Peanut Butter M M Brownies
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Peanut Butter M&M Brownies—a rich, fudgy delight that blends the decadence of chocolate with the creamy swirl of peanut butter and a playful crunch of colorful M&M candies. Perfectly balanced with semi-sweet chocolate and a hint of cocoa powder, these brownies have a gooey center that’s sure to make them a crowd-pleaser. The vibrant M&M topping adds not only a pop of color but also a satisfying texture to every bite. Ready in just under an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for bake sales, parties, or a simple family treat. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed as-is, these brownies are a guaranteed hit with kids and adults alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 3 pieces large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup M&M candies
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving enough overhang on the sides for easy brownie removal.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and chocolate chips in 30-second increments, stirring after each until smooth. Let the mixture cool for a few minutes.
Whisk in the granulated sugar and brown sugar until well combined.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly to create a base layer.
Dollop the peanut butter across the top of the base layer and use a knife to gently swirl it into the batter.
Pour the remaining brownie batter over the peanut butter layer and spread it evenly.
Sprinkle the M&M candies over the top of the batter, pressing them lightly into the surface.
Bake in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment overhang. Slice into squares and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
359 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.8 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 107 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 174 mg | 4% | |
*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.
