Description
Peanut Butter Brownie Bars are the ultimate indulgence, perfectly blending creamy peanut butter with rich chocolate for a delightful dessert experience. Each bite reveals a gooey center and a crispy top, making them irresistible to all chocolate lovers. Ideal for any occasion, these easy-to-make bars promise smiles and satisfaction at every gathering. Whether served warm or cooled, they are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold in dry ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle optional chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set but slightly gooey when tested with a toothpick. Cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg