Decadent Peanut Butter Cup Brownies Made From Scratch
These brownies combine rich, fudgy chocolate with creamy peanut butter cups, creating a flavor explosion that is both indulgent and satisfying.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch Baking Pan
- Medium Saucepan
- Mixing Bowl
- Spatula
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
- 2 cups Granulated Sugar
- 1 cup Brown Sugar Packed
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 3/4 cup Cocoa Powder Unsweetened
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt A pinch
- 1 cup Chocolate Chips Semisweet
- 1 cup Peanut Butter Cups Chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by greasing it lightly with butter or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
- Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar to the melted butter, stirring until well combined.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
- Crack the eggs into a separate bowl, beating them lightly before adding to the butter and sugar mixture.
- Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, folding gently with a spatula until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped peanut butter cups.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before lifting them out and slicing.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally drizzled with chocolate or served with ice cream.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for longer storage.