These Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Brownies combine the best of both worlds—rich, fudgy chocolate and the creamy nuttiness of peanut butter. The brownies have a soft, dense texture with a slight chew, and the peanut butter swirl adds an extra layer of decadence that complements the bittersweet chocolate chips scattered throughout. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, these brownies are quick to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky, based on preference)
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the sugar. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
- Whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
- Dollop the peanut butter in spoonfuls across the surface of the brownie batter. Using a knife or toothpick, gently swirl the peanut butter into the batter to create a marbled effect.
- Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the top of the batter.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (don’t overbake, as you want the brownies to stay fudgy).
- Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
Enjoy these indulgent brownies with a cold glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat!
