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Fudgy Peanut Butter Cup Brownies with Gooey Chocolate Crust

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These fudgy brownies feature pockets of melted peanut butter cups and a gooey chocolate crust, delivering a rich and indulgent treat that’s quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (65g) unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • About 20 regular-sized peanut butter cups, unwrapped
  • 1/2 cup (90g) semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  2. Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl or over low heat on the stove. Once melted, whisk in the granulated sugar until combined.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
  4. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, sift together the cocoa powder, flour, and salt.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula. Stop just when no flour streaks remain.
  7. Fold in half of the chocolate chips if using.
  8. Pour half the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
  9. Scatter the peanut butter cups evenly over this first layer and press them down slightly.
  10. Pour the remaining batter gently over the peanut butter cups and smooth the top. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top.
  11. Bake for 30-35 minutes, checking at 30 minutes with a toothpick; it should come out with moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  12. Remove from oven and cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before lifting out using the parchment paper.
  13. Slice carefully with a sharp knife, wiping it clean between cuts for neat edges.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to avoid cakey brownies. Use room temperature eggs for better texture. Check doneness early to keep brownies gooey. Let brownies rest before slicing to prevent crumbling and keep peanut butter cups in place. Chilling peanut butter cups before adding can prevent sinking. Use good-quality cocoa powder for deeper flavor.

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Keywords: brownies, peanut butter cups, fudgy brownies, chocolate crust, easy dessert, chocolate peanut butter dessert

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