Description
Peanut Butter Brownie Bars are a decadent dessert that perfectly marries rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter. These bars are easy to prepare, making them the ideal treat for any occasion—from casual gatherings to cozy movie nights. With each gooey bite, you’ll experience a delightful blend of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Whether served warm or cold, these bars are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before whisking in the eggs one at a time until fully combined.
- Sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt; fold into the buttery mixture gently.
- Stir in vanilla extract and pour half the batter into the prepared pan.
- Dollop spoonfuls of peanut butter over the batter and swirl with a knife; top with remaining brownie batter.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are set but center is soft. Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg