Description
Satisfy your sweet cravings with these luscious Peanut Butter Brownie Bars! Each bite features a rich, fudgy chocolate base complemented by the creamy goodness of peanut butter. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are not only easy to make but also a crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a cozy afternoon snack, these treats will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan, lining it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, peanut butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Allow to cool before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie bar (45g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg