Description
Indulge in these rich and fudgy peanut butter stuffed brownies, featuring a luscious peanut butter filling sandwiched between layers of decadent chocolate brownie. Perfectly balanced in sweetness and texture, these brownies are an irresistible treat for peanut butter and chocolate lovers alike.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Peanut Butter Filling
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal, and grease lightly with non-stick cooking spray or butter.
- Make the Brownie Batter: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter and chopped semi-sweet chocolate, stirring occasionally until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined. Gradually pour in the melted chocolate mixture, whisking continuously until smooth and fully incorporated. Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Make the Peanut Butter Filling: In a medium bowl, beat together the creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Brownies: Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Dollop the peanut butter mixture over the brownie layer, spreading it gently with a spatula to create an even layer. Pour the remaining brownie batter over the peanut butter layer, spreading it evenly to cover the peanut butter filling.
- Bake the Brownies: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs (not wet batter). The edges should be set and the center slightly gooey.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the brownies out of the pan and transfer to a cutting board. Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Be careful not to overbake; the center should remain slightly gooey for the best texture.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before cutting to ensure clean slices and prevent crumbling.
- You can substitute creamy peanut butter with natural peanut butter but note it may alter texture slightly.
- For an extra nutty crunch, add chopped peanuts into the peanut butter filling or sprinkle on top.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
