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Peanut Butter Brownies

Irresistibly Fudgy Peanut Butter Brownies to Satisfy Cravings

Delight in these Peanut Butter Brownies, merging fudgy chocolate with creamy peanut butter swirls.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 6 tbsp Butter Use vegan butter if necessary.
  • 1.5 tsp Milk Any milk of your choice.
For the Peanut Butter Filling
  • 6 tbsp Peanut Butter Can substitute with almond or cashew butter.
  • 1.5 cups Powdered Sugar Powdered erythritol as a sugar-free option.
Optional Ganache Topping
  • 3 oz Chocolate Chips Use dairy-free for a vegan version.
  • 0.5 tsp Oil Coconut or vegetable oil are good choices.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • spatula
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • 8-inch Baking Pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your favorite 8-inch brownie recipe.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 6 tablespoons of softened peanut butter and 6 tablespoons of softened butter. Blend until smooth.
  3. Gradually add in 1½ cups of powdered sugar, mixing until thick and spreadable.
  4. Spread the peanut butter filling evenly over the cooled brownies.
  5. To make ganache, combine 3 ounces of chocolate chips with ½ teaspoon of oil in a microwave-safe bowl and heat until melted.
  6. Pour ganache over the filling, spreading it gently.
  7. Refrigerate brownies for about 30 minutes until chocolate is set. Slice into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store brownies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. For longer storage, freeze tightly wrapped for up to 3 months. Reheat for 10-15 seconds in the microwave if desired warm.

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