Peanut Butter Cup Brownies

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Peanut Butter Cup Brownies are a decadent dessert that combines rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with creamy peanut butter cups, often swirled or baked into the batter. They typically feature ingredients like cocoa powder, sugar, butter, eggs, flour, and peanut butter cups, creating a perfect blend of sweet and salty flavors. This treat is a popular American dessert, often found in bakeries, home kitchens, and dessert menus across the United States.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is high in fat and carbohydrates, with a moderate amount of protein from the peanut butter cups. A single brownie serving (about 1/12 of a pan) can range from 300 to 400 calories, providing a significant energy boost but limited essential nutrients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	410 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	48 g
Fat	23 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	34 g
Sodium	180 mg
Potassium	150 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Magnesium	45 mg
Phosphorus	80 mg
Vitamin E	1.5 mg
Calcium	40 mg
Copper	0.3 mg
Manganese	0.4 mg

Per 1 brownie (about 85 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Peanut Butter Cup Brownies are culturally interesting as they blend two beloved American treats—brownies and peanut butter cups—into one indulgent creation. Nutritionally, they offer a unique combination of chocolate and peanut butter, which provides a satisfying mix of flavors but should be enjoyed in moderation due to their high calorie and fat content.