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Dive into Peanut Butter Brownies, a chocolate peanut butter treat that combines a fudgy cocoa base with creamy peanut butter swirls for a bakery-style delight. This Indulgent Dessert is perfect for potlucks, casual gatherings, or satisfying sweet cravings, offering a fudgy swirled brownies experience that’s rich yet balanced. Bake this cozy recipe for a crowd-pleasing treat on Food and Tips!

Why You’ll Love Peanut Butter Brownies

Perfect Swirl: Peanut Butter Brownies boast a stunning marbled top.
Fudgy Texture: Chewy, moist base in this cozy recipe.
One-Bowl Ease: Minimal cleanup for a chocolate peanut butter treat.
Balanced Flavor: Not too sweet, ideal for this fudgy swirled brownies delight.
Versatile: Great for gifting or sharing in this cozy recipe.

Ingredients for Peanut Butter Brownies

Here’s what you’ll need for this chocolate peanut butter treat (makes ~16 brownies):

For the Brownie Base:

½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
⅓ cup (30 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup (65 g) all-purpose flour
¼ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp kosher salt

For the Peanut Butter Swirl:

⅓ cup (85 g) smooth peanut butter (natural or shelf-stable)
1 tbsp (12 g) powdered sugar

Equipment

8×8-inch baking pan
Parchment paper
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Spatula
Butter knife or chopstick
Cooling rack

Ingredient Tips

Peanut Butter: Stir natural peanut butter well for this fudgy swirled brownies texture.
Cocoa Powder: Unsweetened for a rich chocolate peanut butter treat.
Butter: Melted for a chewy cozy recipe base.
Flour: Minimal for a fudgy tender mocha delight.
Powdered Sugar: Brightens the swirl in this cozy recipe.

Directions for Peanut Butter Brownies

Let’s bake this delightful fudgy swirled brownies treat!

Preheat and Prep

I preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). I line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal, and lightly grease for this chocolate peanut butter treat.

Mix Brownie Batter

In a large bowl, I whisk ½ cup melted butter and 1 cup sugar until smooth. I add 2 eggs and 1 tsp vanilla extract, whisking until glossy. I stir in ⅓ cup cocoa powder, ½ cup flour, ¼ tsp baking powder, and ¼ tsp salt until just combined for this cozy recipe, avoiding overmixing.

Prepare Peanut Butter Swirl

In a small bowl, I mix ⅓ cup peanut butter with 1 tbsp powdered sugar until smooth. I microwave for 10–15 seconds to loosen slightly, ensuring it’s not oily for this fudgy swirled brownies effect.

Assemble and Swirl

I spread the brownie batter evenly in the prepared pan. I dollop the peanut butter mixture over the batter in small spoonfuls.
Using a butter knife, I gently drag through the surface to create swirls, keeping them shallow to maintain the marbled look for this chocolate peanut butter treat.

Bake and Cool

I bake for 20–25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
I cool in the pan for 30 minutes, then lift out using the parchment and cool completely on a rack. I refrigerate for 30 minutes before cutting for this Peanut Butter Brownies.

Nutrition

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
Total Time: ~40 minutes (plus chilling)
Yield: ~16 brownies
Calories: ~180 kcal per brownie
Macros per Brownie: 20g carbs, 3g protein, 10g fat

Variations for Peanut Butter Brownies

Try these twists on this fudgy swirled brownies treat:

Brown Butter: Use brown butter for a nutty chocolate peanut butter treat.
Chocolate Chips: Add ½ cup chips for extra richness in this cozy recipe.
Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free fudgy swirled brownies delight.
Salted Swirl: Sprinkle flaky sea salt on the swirl for a cozy recipe.
Mini Brownies: Bake in a mini muffin tin for bite-sized chocolate peanut butter treats.

Serving Ideas:

Pair with Food and Tips’ coffee for a bold contrast.
Serve with Food and Tips’ vanilla ice cream for a decadent treat.
Enjoy with Food and Tips’ milk for a classic combo.

Storage

I store this fudgy swirled brownies treat in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week. For freezing, I wrap individual brownies tightly and store for up to 2 months, thawing at room temperature for a fresh cozy recipe.

Serving Tips

Presentation: Serve Peanut Butter Brownies on a dessert tray for elegance.
Garnish: Dust with powdered sugar for this chocolate peanut butter treat’s appeal.
Pairing: Enjoy with hot cocoa or Food and Tips’ dessert drink recipes for a cozy treat.
Portion Size: 1 brownie per person for a satisfying serving.
Occasions: Ideal for potlucks, bake sales, or cozy evenings.

FAQs About Peanut Butter Brownies

Here are answers to common questions about this chocolate peanut butter treat:

Which peanut butter works best?
Smooth, stirred natural or shelf-stable peanut butter ensures a clear swirl for this cozy recipe.

How do I prevent sinking swirls?
Swirl gently near the surface with a knife for this fudgy swirled brownies effect.

Can I make these gluten-free?
Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free chocolate peanut butter treat.

How do I know they’re done?
A toothpick should have moist crumbs for this cozy recipe.

Can I use brown butter?
Yes, it adds a nutty depth to this fudgy swirled brownies delight.

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Conclusion

Peanut Butter Brownies are a chocolate peanut butter treat with a fudgy base and creamy swirls. This cozy recipe is perfect for sharing or indulging at home. Bake this fudgy swirled brownies delight on Layla Cooks for a rich, satisfying dessert!