Peanut Butter Cup Brownies Recipe
American · Dessert · 50 min total
Fudgy brownies topped with creamy peanut butter and chocolate ganache, inspired by the classic candy.
20
min prep
30
min cook
16
servings
290
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder; mix until just combined. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted in center comes out with moist crumbs. Cool completely.
- In a small bowl, mix peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Spread over cooled brownies.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Pour chocolate ganache over peanut butter layer and spread evenly. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares.
Tips
- For easier cutting, chill brownies for 1 hour before slicing.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Use natural peanut butter for a less sweet filling, but adjust powdered sugar to taste.
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