Description
Homemade peanut butter brownies deliver rich chocolate magic with creamy nutty swirls of pure indulgence. Luxurious layers of intense flavor promise sweet satisfaction for chocolate and peanut butter enthusiasts who crave delightful comfort in every single bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box brownie mix
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Fat and Dairy Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons softened butter
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
Chocolate Ingredients:
- 4 ounces chopped chocolate (bittersweet or semi-sweet)
Note: Include additional ingredients specified on the brownie mix box for preparation.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9×9″ pan with parchment paper and apply light grease. Prepare brownie mix according to package instructions, then transfer approximately two-thirds of the batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly with a spatula.
- Create peanut butter filling by combining softened butter, peanut butter, and powdered sugar until smooth. If mixture feels dense, incorporate a small amount of milk to achieve spreadable consistency. Gently place peanut butter mixture dollops across the initial brownie layer.
- Drizzle remaining brownie batter over the peanut butter layer, carefully smoothing with a spatula. Allow some peanut butter to peek through, creating an attractive marbled visual effect.
- Transfer pan to preheated oven and bake for approximately 30 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center—it should emerge clean. Allow brownies to cool completely within the pan to maintain structural integrity.
- Prepare chocolate ganache by heating heavy cream in microwave until very hot but not boiling. Pour cream over chopped chocolate in a bowl, cover, and let sit for several minutes. Whisk until achieving a glossy, uniform texture.
- Carefully pour ganache over cooled brownies, using a spatula to distribute evenly. Refrigerate for approximately one hour to set the ganache. Once firm, lift brownies from pan using parchment paper, slice into individual squares, and serve.
Notes
- Swap regular flour with gluten-free blend for celiac-friendly brownies without compromising texture.
- Reduce sugar content by using monk fruit sweetener or stevia for a lower-calorie dessert option.
- Add a pinch of sea salt on top of ganache to enhance chocolate and peanut butter flavors dramatically.
- Ensure butter and peanut butter are room temperature for smoother, more consistent mixing and better integration of ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg