Peanut Butter Chocolate Brownie Cups Recipe
Peanut Butter Brownie Cups combine rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with creamy peanut butter swirls, creating an irresistible individual dessert that’s perfect for chocolate and peanut butter lovers. These easy-to-make treats are baked in muffin tins, offering a moist and decadent texture with a chocolate chip topping for extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 12 brownie cups 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Peanut Butter Swirl
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Topping
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners to prepare for baking.
- Prepare the Brownie Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the vanilla extract and eggs, whisking until fully incorporated. Sift in the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder, then mix gently until just combined to maintain a light batter consistency. Avoid overmixing.
- Fill the Muffin Tin: Spoon the brownie batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Create the Peanut Butter Swirl: In a separate bowl, mix the creamy peanut butter with powdered sugar until smooth. Drop a small amount of the peanut butter mixture into the center of each brownie cup. Using a toothpick, gently swirl the peanut butter through the batter for a marbled effect.
- Add the Finishing Touch: Sprinkle chocolate chips over the top of each brownie cup to add an extra layer of chocolatey sweetness.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the brownie (avoiding the peanut butter swirl) comes out with some moist crumbs attached.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownie cups to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve as is or with your favorite accompaniments.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, substitute the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour.
- Use almond butter instead of peanut butter for a delicious variation.
- Lightly heating the peanut butter mixture before swirling can make it easier to work with.
- Add mini marshmallows or chopped nuts to the batter for additional texture and flavor.
- Use a piping bag to create neat peanut butter swirls if you want a professional presentation.
- Do not overbake to keep the brownies moist and fudgy.
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