Description
Peanut Butter Brownie Bars are the ultimate indulgence, merging rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter in every fudgy bite. These bars are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a festive gathering or a cozy night at home. With a delightful swirl of peanut butter and an irresistible aroma wafting through your kitchen, you won’t be able to resist diving into this decadent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- Melt the butter in a mixing bowl, then stir in the granulated and brown sugars until smooth.
- Whisk in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt; gently fold until just combined.
- Layer half of the brownie batter into the pan, drizzle with half of the peanut butter, and repeat with remaining batter and peanut butter. Swirl together using a knife.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Allow cooling before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg