Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these Peanut Butter Stuffed Brownies. Each bite features a rich, fudgy chocolate brownie enveloping a luscious layer of creamy peanut butter, creating a delightful contrast that will satisfy any sweet tooth. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this easy recipe is sure to impress your friends and family. Customize it with your favorite nuts or chocolate chips for added texture. Get ready to elevate your dessert game with this decadent treat!
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, sifted
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Line an 8ร8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chopped chocolate and butter together until smooth.
- In another bowl, blend the peanut butter and a pinch of salt until creamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, and vanilla until combined. Stir in the melted chocolate mixture.
- Sift in the flour and cocoa powder, folding gently until no dry streaks remain.
- Spread half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan; dollop spoonfuls of peanut butter filling on top and cover with remaining batter.
- Bake for approximately 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, consider adding nuts or chocolate chips to the brownie batter before baking. Allow brownies to cool completely before slicing for cleaner pieces.
