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Chewy Peanut Butter Brownies Recipe

4.4 from 123 reviews

These chewy peanut butter brownies combine rich peanut butter flavor with a moist, dense texture. Perfectly sweet and fudgy, they stay soft with a slight chewiness for ultimate indulgence. Easy to prepare and baked in a single pan, these brownies are a delightful treat for peanut butter lovers.

Ingredients

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Brownie Batter

  • 1/2 cup peanut butter (crunchy or smooth)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup butter (melted)
  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature by the time your batter is ready.
  2. Prepare Baking Pan: Line a 9″x9″ metal or glass baking pan with parchment paper. This step is optional but recommended as it makes removing the brownies easier and cleanup simpler.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, thoroughly mix the peanut butter, melted butter, white sugar, and brown sugar together until smooth and well combined.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Slowly incorporate the eggs, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt into the peanut butter mixture, blending gently to maintain a rich texture.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and baking powder to evenly distribute the leavening agent.
  6. Mix Dry and Wet: Gradually add the flour mixture to the peanut butter mixture. Fold gently to combine all ingredients without overmixing; overmixing can produce a cakey texture rather than the desired chewy consistency.
  7. Bake the Brownies: Pour and smooth the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes. The brownies will seem soft or slightly wet in the middle when done.
  8. Cool and Set: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan; they will firm up as they cool, resulting in a chewy, moist texture with a slightly glossy center.

Notes

  • Use either crunchy or smooth peanut butter depending on your texture preference.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the brownies chewy rather than cakey.
  • Allow brownies to cool fully before cutting to ensure they set properly.
  • Parchment paper lining is recommended for easy removal and cleanup.
  • For stronger peanut flavor, use natural peanut butter without added sugar.

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