A true indulgence is the bringing together of some rich and fudgy brownies with irresistible creaminess of peanut butter. Perfectly combined peanut butter melted on the top marbles the fudge, while chunky peanut butter cups make this good-looking and even tastier treat. Do serve it after any meal or for a nice little snack!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Fudgy and Rich Texture: A perfect blend of crunchiness and moistness BD each slice of a chip brownie came with a wish ; the aroma and the thin white respawn added to its fudginess.
Peanut Butter Heaven: With inclusion in small segments and spread label to the top, every bit was just rich goodness. This one all originates in one saucepan and one commodity, which allows for little cleanup.
Simple: It finishes with a single pot and a bowl and makes cleanup a breeze.
Crowd-pleaser: This is the item to vanish at a party where kids and kids at hearts love it equally!
Customizable: Adjust additional flavors or sweetness as per taste.
Key Ingredients
Non-Salt Butter: Melts softly and allows the hot water to create a nice base for fudgy brownies.
Cocoa Powder: Used to give it a dark and really, really good accent with high-quality unsweetened cocoa.
Peanut Butter Cups: Delicious peanut parts add nice surprises and texture.
Creamy Peanut Butter: Warmed and then let malfunction on the top, it makes perfect marbled fudge streaks and indulgence.
Complete list of ingredients with quantities and instructions is located in the recipe card below
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Set the Temperature: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare the Pan: Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
Step 2: Melt Butter and Mix with Sugar
Melt the Butter: In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup (2 sticks) of butter over medium heat.
Add Sugar and Cocoa Powder: Remove from heat and stir in:
2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Mix until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Step 3: Add Eggs and Vanilla
Stir in Vanilla: Add 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract and mix well.
Incorporate Eggs: Add 4 large eggs, one at a time, stirring well after each addition to fully incorporate them.
Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients
Whisk Together: In a separate bowl, combine:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Mix into Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
Step 5: Fold in Peanut Butter Cups
Add the Peanut Butter Cups: Gently fold in 1 cup chopped peanut butter cups, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Step 6: Pour Batter and Add Peanut Butter Swirl
Pour the Batter: Transfer the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
Swirl the Peanut Butter:
Drizzle 1/3 cup melted peanut butter over the top of the batter.
Use a knife to swirl the peanut butter into the batter, creating a marbled effect.
Step 7: Bake
Bake the Brownies: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes.
Check Doneness: The brownies are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).
Step 8: Cool and Serve
Cool Completely: Let the brownies cool completely in the pan to firm up and make cutting easier.
Cut into Squares: Slice into squares and serve.
Serving Suggestions
With Ice Cream: Warm a very soft brownie and place a scoop of vanilla or chocolate ice cream on top to serve it à la mode.
Peanut Butter Drizzle: Drizzle a slightly melted peanut butter or chocolate sauce over the brownies when serving.
Treats for the Holiday Season: Cut into squares and put them on a plate for decorative serving during the holidays.
A Good Resource for Pairings: Hot coffee or a frothy cappuccino will be good along with these brownies.
Storage Tips
At Room Temperature: An air-tight container should hold brownies at room temperature for 3 days. Parchment paper layers can be laid under each layer of brownies to prevent sticking.
With Refrigeration: Brownies should be refrigerated for up to 1 week for better freshness. The refrigerated brownies should be returned at room temperature before serving to ensure best texture.
Freezing:
All Brownies: There is planning to just have to thicken the brownies in aluminum foil and coils of cling wrap and keep it for 2 months. Thaw the brownies in the fridge and cut them when necessary.
Individually: Put these pieces in a single layer, then bag them in a container that goes in the freezer with parchment paper between layers.
Variations
Could Make Extra Chocolate Better: For a more chocolate chip-dense mixture, mix in 1/2 cup of chocolate chips.
Nutty Crunch Flavor: Have the nuts, some pieces of chopped peanuts or pecans, studded in the thick batter as you stir it.
Dark Chocolate People: Replace generic with dark cocoa and dark chocolate peanut butter cups to give the delicious twist of intense chocolate flavor.
Gluten-Free Options: Somebody who follows a gluten-free diet would love that you can change the recipe from normal all-purpose flour to the 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
Holiday Theme: Replace standard peanut butter cups with a whiff of holiday to them.
Conclusion
This recipe is a much-loved classic brownie recipe to which has been added the cherishing rich peanut butter. This features the deep richness of the chocolate base with swirling pools of creamy chocolate coupled with chunks of peanut butter cups in every slice. With those heart-melting characteristics, it is surely a stunning recipe whether baking for a group or deciding to indulge yourself.
Is your brownie game upping its game? Pull up and gather your ingredients, heat that oven, and prepare for an unforgettable chocolate-peanut butter experience!
Peanut Butter Cup Brownies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup peanut butter cups chopped
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter melted, for swirling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Remove from heat and stir in granulated sugar and cocoa powder until smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract, then add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined.
- Gently fold in chopped peanut butter cups, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Drizzle melted peanut butter over the top and use a knife to swirl it into the batter for a marbled effect.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares. Serve and enjoy!
