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Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings

Description

Decadent chocolate peanut butter brownies with a rich, fudgy texture, swirled with creamy peanut butter for a perfect balance of sweet and nutty flavors. These easy-to-make brownies bake in just 30 minutes and are perfect for chocolate and peanut butter lovers of all ages.

Ingredients

Brownie Batter

  • 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100 grams) brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons (55 grams) unsalted butter
  • 4 ounces (115 grams) semisweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1/4 cup (25 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2/3 cup (80 grams) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Peanut Butter Swirl

  • 1/2 cup (130 grams) creamy peanut butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) baking pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Sugars, Eggs, Oil and Vanilla: In a medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth. Set aside.
  3. Melt Butter and Chocolate: In a small saucepan over low heat, continuously stir the unsalted butter and chopped semisweet chocolate until the mixture is fully melted and smooth.
  4. Add Cocoa Powder: Remove the saucepan from heat and thoroughly whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder to create a rich chocolate mixture.
  5. Combine Chocolate and Sugar Mixture: Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the sugar and egg mixture, then whisk until the batter is smooth and uniform.
  6. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gently stir in the all-purpose flour and kosher salt until just combined, avoiding overmixing to keep the brownies tender.
  7. Prepare the Batter in Pan: Pour the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, spreading it smoothly.
  8. Add Peanut Butter Swirl: Microwave the creamy peanut butter briefly until it reaches a pourable but still thick consistency. Dollop the peanut butter over the brownie batter and use a knife to swirl it throughout the batter for a marbled effect.
  9. Bake: Bake the brownies in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, indicating fudgy brownies.
  10. Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into 16 servings.

Notes

  • Be careful not to overbake to maintain a fudgy texture.
  • Microwaving the peanut butter makes swirling easier and creates a prettier marbled pattern.
  • Use a serrated knife to cut brownies cleanly once cooled.
  • Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/chocolate-peanut-butter-swirl-brownies-recipe/