Peanut Butter Chocolate Brownie Cups Recipe
Delicious and fudgy peanut butter chocolate brownie cups that combine rich cocoa flavor with creamy peanut butter swirls, baked in muffin tins for easy serving. These treats are perfect for chocolate lovers looking for a delightful, homemade dessert that balances sweetness with the savory hint of peanut butter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 to 25 minutes
- Total Time: 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 baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
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 your muffin tins 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 vanilla extract and eggs, whisking until fully incorporated. Sift together cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt; gently fold into the wet mixture just until combined to keep the batter light.
- Fill the Muffin Tin: Evenly distribute the brownie batter into the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Create the Peanut Butter Swirl: In a separate bowl, mix peanut butter with powdered sugar until smooth. Drop a small amount of this mixture into the center of each brownie cup, and use a toothpick to gently swirl it through the batter.
- Add the Finishing Touch: Sprinkle chocolate chips over each brownie cup to add extra chocolate sweetness.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the chocolate part (avoiding the peanut butter swirl) comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownie cups to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for a richer chocolate flavor.
- Lightly heat the peanut butter mixture before swirling to make it easier to incorporate.
- Add mini marshmallows or chopped nuts into the batter for a fun texture variation.
- Use a piping bag for precise peanut butter swirls to achieve a professional appearance.
- Do not overbake to keep the brownies moist and fudgy.
- You can substitute almond butter for peanut butter for a twist on the recipe.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour.
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