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Peanut Butter Brownie Recipe

Peanut Butter Brownie Recipe

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Rich, fudgy chocolate brownies swirled with creamy peanut butter create an irresistible dessert that perfectly combines two classic flavors. These peanut butter brownies are easy to make and even easier to devour, featuring a beautiful marbled top and decadent texture that will satisfy any chocolate-peanut butter craving.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 375
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter 226g
  • 2 cups granulated sugar 400g
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 100g
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour 125g
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
Peanut Butter Swirl
  • 1 cup smooth peanut butter 250g
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted (57g)
  • ½ cup powdered sugar 60g
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Large mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Microwave-safe bowl or double boiler
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line 9x13 pan with parchment paper.
For brownie batter:
  1. Melt butter
  2. Whisk in sugar
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time
  4. Add vanilla
  5. Mix dry ingredients separately
  6. Fold dry into wet ingredients
For peanut butter swirl:
  1. Mix peanut butter with melted butter
  2. Stir in powdered sugar and vanilla
  3. Microwave 20-30 seconds if too thick
Assembly:
  1. Pour brownie batter in pan
  2. Drop spoonfuls of peanut butter mixture
  3. Swirl with knife
  4. Bake 30-35 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 375kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 7gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 77mgSodium: 168mgPotassium: 185mgFiber: 2gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 425IUCalcium: 35mgIron: 2mg

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs for better mixing
  • Cool melted butter slightly before adding eggs to prevent cooking them
  • Peanut butter mixture should be warm enough to swirl easily

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