Peanut Butter Chocolate Brownie Cups Recipe
These Peanut Butter Chocolate Brownie Cups combine rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with a delightful peanut butter swirl, topped with melty chocolate chips. Perfectly portioned in muffin tins, these treats offer a decadent and easy-to-make dessert that balances the deep flavor of cocoa with creamy peanut butter sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 brownie cups 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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 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, baking powder, and salt. Gently mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the batter light and fudgy.
- Fill the Muffin Tin: Distribute the brownie batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full to leave room for the peanut butter swirl.
- Create the Peanut Butter Swirl: In a separate bowl, mix the peanut butter with powdered sugar until smooth. Drop a small dollop of the peanut butter mixture into the center of each brownie cup. Using a toothpick, gently swirl the peanut butter through the batter to create a marbled effect.
- Add the Finishing Touch: Sprinkle chocolate chips over each brownie cup to add an extra layer of chocolatey richness.
- Bake: Bake the brownie cups for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the chocolate area (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 them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring the perfect texture when served.
Notes
- For a nuttier twist, substitute creamy peanut butter with almond butter.
- Use gluten-free flour instead of all-purpose flour to make this recipe gluten free.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for an intense chocolate flavor.
- Lightly heat the peanut butter mixture before swirling to make it easier to work with.
- Add mini marshmallows or chopped nuts to the batter for additional texture and flavor.
- Do not overbake to keep the brownies moist and fudgy.
- A piping bag can be used for precise peanut butter swirls if desired.
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