Description
Peanut Butter Stuffed Brownies are a chocolate lover’s dream come true. These decadent brownies feature a rich, fudgy base, generously filled with creamy peanut butter that adds a delightful twist to each bite. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a family gathering, birthday party, or cozy night in—these brownies are sure to impress everyone who tries them. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients, even novice bakers can create this indulgent dessert. Serve them warm alongside ice cream or pack them as a sweet snack for school or work; these brownies are versatile enough to satisfy any craving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cups creamy conventional peanut butter
- 10 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 ounces semisweet baking chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs plus 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt the chopped chocolate and butter together in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together sugar and eggs until combined, then stir in the melted chocolate mixture and vanilla.
- In another bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, and salt before folding into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Spread half of the batter into the pan, dollop peanut butter on top, then cover with the remaining batter.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until set with moist crumbs when tested with a toothpick.
- Allow to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg