Old-Fashioned Peanut Butter Brownies are the perfect blend of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter, creating a truly indulgent treat. With their soft, fudgy texture and irresistible flavor, these brownies are sure to become a family favorite.
Butter is the base of our brownies, providing richness and helping achieve that melt-in-your-mouth texture. Granulated sugar and brown sugar complement each other, adding sweetness and a hint of molasses flavor from the brown sugar. Creamy peanut butter not only adds that classic peanut flavor but also contributes to the moistness of the brownies. Eggs bind everything together, while vanilla extract enhances all the flavors. All-purpose flour gives structure, and cocoa powder provides the chocolatey goodness. Baking powder helps the brownies rise just the right amount, and salt balances the sweetness. Finally, semi-sweet chocolate chips add bursts of gooey chocolate throughout.
For a decadent touch, serve these brownies warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. They also pair beautifully with a cold glass of milk or a hot cup of tea. For a party, try cutting them into bite-sized squares and serving with toothpicks for easy snacking.
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing a 9x13 inch baking dish. This ensures your brownies won’t stick, and they’ll come out easily.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. This step is crucial for a smooth batter, as it breaks down the sugar crystals.
Next, mix in the peanut butter until everything is well combined. You’ll notice a creamy consistency forming. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Make sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Whisking helps to aerate the flour and evenly distribute the dry ingredients, which is vital for even baking.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to your peanut butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Over-mixing can lead to tough brownies, so stir until you see no more streaks of flour.
Now, fold in the chocolate chips. This ensures they’re evenly distributed, giving you that gooey chocolate bite in every piece.
Spread the batter evenly into your prepared baking dish. Try to level it out so it bakes evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes. To check if they’re done, insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few crumbs but no wet batter.
Once baked, let the brownies cool in the pan before cutting them into squares. This cooling period allows them to set properly.
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