Ingredients
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Before we dive into the baking process, let’s gather our ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need to whip up your irresistible brownies:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter and sugar until smooth, then add eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
- Sift in flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt; fold gently until just combined.
- Pour half the batter into a greased 8×8 inch baking pan, swirl in half of the remaining peanut butter and chocolate chips, then repeat.
- Bake for 25 minutes until set but soft in the center.
- Cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack, cut into squares, and serve.
Notes
- For extra richness, add more chocolate chips.
- These brownies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg