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Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies


  • Author: Dulcia
  • Total Time: 48 minutes plus cooling
  • Yield: 9 brownies 1x

Description

These Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies combine the rich, indulgent flavors of semisweet chocolate and creamy peanut butter in a marbled treat that’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat. The smooth swirls of peanut butter through the fudgy chocolate base not only create an eye-catching pattern but also add a layer of flavor that peanut butter aficionados will love.Perfect for an afternoon snack, a decadent dessert, or a special treat for chocolate and peanut butter lovers, these brownies offer a deliciously balanced and satisfying taste.


Ingredients

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4 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
½ cup unsalted butter, divided
¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons peanut butter, room temperature, divided
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
½ cup flour
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup Dutch process or natural cocoa powder
2 large eggs, room temperature
¾ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup brown sugar, light or dark, packed
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract


Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8×8 inch square pan with parchment paper.
Melt 7 tablespoons butter and chocolate in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until melted. Set aside to cool.
Mix ¼ cup peanut butter, 1 tablespoon melted butter, and powdered sugar. Set aside.
Sift together flour, cocoa, and salt. Set aside.
Whisk eggs and sugars until pale and creamy. Add vanilla, remaining 2 tablespoons peanut butter, and chocolate mixture. Stir in dry ingredients until just combined. Spread into pan.
Pipe peanut butter mixture in swirls on top. Swirl with a toothpick. Bake for 23-28 minutes. Cool in pan for 2 hours.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 28

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350