Peanut Butter Brownies (Printable Version)
Soft chocolate squares swirled with rich peanut butter. A simple dessert made for chocolate and peanut butter lovers.
# Ingredients:
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1 ½ cups white sugar
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½ cup smooth peanut butter
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¼ cup melted, unsalted butter
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2 large room-temperature eggs
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla
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⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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½ teaspoon of sea salt
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¾ cup regular all-purpose flour
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½ teaspoon baking powder
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½ cup melted semi-sweet chocolate (let cool)
# Steps:
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Set your oven to 350°F. Prep an 8x8 inch glass dish by lining it with parchment and adding a light grease layer.
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Whisk the butter with sugar, then mix in the melted chocolate and vanilla. Add eggs, blending lightly until just combined.
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Use a sifter to mix cocoa, salt, flour, and baking powder into the wet mixture. Fold gently with a spatula until mixed.
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Smooth the batter in the baking dish. Warm up the peanut butter for 15 seconds in the microwave, pour small spoonfuls on top, then create swirls with a knife.
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Bake for 35-40 minutes, checking with a toothpick (it should come out with just a few moist crumbs). Let the dessert cool before cutting.
# Notes:
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Keep leftovers at room temp or in the fridge for no more than 5 days.
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Using melted butter helps get chewy edges and a shiny top.
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If peanut butter starts to dry out, cover with foil during the last few baking minutes.
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Mix eggs by hand to avoid adding extra air that could lead to puffed edges.
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Microwave chocolate for 30 seconds at a time to avoid burning it.