Description
Irresistible chocolate peanut butter brownie bars deliver pure dessert magic with rich layers of fudgy goodness. Chocolate and peanut butter lovers will find comfort in this simple yet indulgent treat that promises sweet satisfaction in every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Base:
- 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter
- 8 ounces (226 grams) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 1/4 cups (250 grams) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (165 grams) light brown sugar, packed
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup (125 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Peanut Butter Layer:
- 1 1/2 cups (384 grams) creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) powdered sugar
Chocolate Topping:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 8 ounces (226 grams) dark chocolate, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 350°F and arrange a parchment paper lining in a 9×13-inch baking pan for easy removal.
- Combine butter and semi-sweet chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, melting in short intervals and stirring until completely smooth and glossy.
- Create a sugar base by whisking granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract into a homogeneous mixture with consistent texture.
- Integrate the melted chocolate into the sugar mixture, blending thoroughly until the batter appears uniform and glossy.
- Gently incorporate flour, cocoa powder, and salt into the chocolate mixture, folding carefully to maintain a light texture without overmixing.
- Distribute half the brownie batter evenly across the prepared pan, ensuring a smooth and level surface.
- Craft a peanut butter layer by blending peanut butter and powdered sugar until completely smooth and free of lumps.
- Delicately deposit spoonfuls of peanut butter mixture across the initial brownie layer, creating a marbled effect.
- Cover the peanut butter layer with remaining brownie batter, spreading gently to create a complete top layer.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick that should emerge with minimal moist crumbs.
- Prepare ganache by heating cream until it simmers, then removing from heat and introducing dark chocolate, allowing it to melt and create a silky sauce.
- Allow brownies to cool slightly, then generously pour ganache over the top, ensuring even coverage.
- Let ganache set completely before cutting into individual bars for serving.
Notes
- Ensure chocolate and butter are melted gently to prevent burning, using short microwave intervals and stirring frequently.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with almond or gluten-free flour blend, maintaining the same measurement.
- Create a marbled effect by swirling peanut butter layer with a knife before adding final brownie batter, adding visual appeal and extra flavor complexity.
- Cool brownies completely before cutting to achieve clean, precise edges and prevent crumbling, allowing ganache to set at room temperature for best texture.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 354 kcal
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 107 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 62 mg