Peanut Butter Brownies
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Peanut Butter Brownies
Description
Peanut Butter Brownies start with a traditional brownie base made from butter, eggs, sugar, cocoa powder, and chocolate chips, creating a moist and fudgy texture. After preparing the batter, a portion is reserved to top the peanut butter filling, which blends cream cheese, peanut butter, sugar, egg, and milk for a creamy, slightly tangy layer. The final step is swirling the peanut butter mixture and reserved brownie batter together before baking, ensuring recognizable marbled patterns in the finished brownies.
The brownies bake at 350°F until a toothpick reveals a few fudgy crumbs, indicating a rich, moist center. This combination delivers a contrast between the chocolate’s deep flavor and the creamy peanut butter swirl's smooth texture.
These brownies suit dessert occasions where a dual chocolate and peanut butter flavor is desired. They can be served at room temperature, making them convenient for gatherings or snacks.
The recipe notes specify using salted butter for depth, unsweetened cocoa powder for chocolate brightness, and advise against natural peanut butter to maintain texture and sweetness balance. Full-fat cream cheese is preferred for the swirl to keep it rich and smooth. Adjustments in chocolate chip varieties are possible for sweetness preference. These details help ensure consistent and well-balanced brownies.
Ingredients
Brownies
- 1 cup butter melted
- 3 egg large
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Peanut Butter Swirl
- 2-8 ounce cream cheese softened, packages quantity not specified
- 1/2 cup peanut butter creamy
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg large
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat butter, eggs, and vanilla together until smooth.
- Whisk the dry ingredients together in a separate medium bowl.
- Gradually add flour mixture to egg mixture, and stir until just incorporated.
- Stir in chocolate chips.
- Remove 1 cup brownie batter for topping, and set aside.
- Spread remaining batter into prepared baking pan.
- In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the peanut butter and sugar, and beat together until smooth.
- Beat in egg and milk on low just until combined.
- Carefully spread peanut butter mixture over brownie batter.
- Drop reserved batter by tablespoonfuls over filling.
- Cut through batter with a knife to swirl. You won't want to overdo the swirling or you'll end up without distinct swirls.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few fudgy crumbs.
- Let come to room temperature before serving.
- Cover and chill leftovers.
Notes
- Use salted butter and unsweetened cocoa powder for the intended flavor balance.
- Full-fat cream cheese works best in the peanut butter swirl for creaminess.
- Avoid using natural peanut butter to keep the texture and sweetness consistent.
- Milk chocolate chips can replace semisweet if sweeter brownies are preferred.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 360 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 360kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 82mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 256mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 183mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 25g | 50% |
| Vitamin A | 640IU | 13% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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