Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these Peanut Butter Brownie Bars. Each bite delivers a rich, fudgy brownie layered with creamy peanut butter, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal for gatherings or cozy nights at home, these bars will leave your guests asking for the recipe. Easy to make and stunning to serve, they are a delightful treat that bridges nostalgia and indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt until smooth.
- In another bowl, beat granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until fluffy. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Spread three-quarters of the batter into the prepared dish. Dollop peanut butter on top and swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Allow cooling completely before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg