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Peanut Butter Cup Brownies

Decadent Peanut Butter Cup Brownies to Satisfy Your Cravings

Indulge in these Peanut Butter Cup Brownies, a delicious blend of chocolate and peanut butter, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Batter
  • 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips Dark chocolate can be used for a richer taste.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Can be replaced with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 large Eggs Ensure they are at room temperature for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Pure vanilla is preferred.
  • 1 cup White granulated sugar Brown sugar can substitute for a deeper flavor.
  • 1/2 cup All-purpose flour Use a gluten-free blend for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/3 cup Dutch process cocoa powder Regular cocoa powder can substitute if needed.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 10 pieces Reese's peanut butter cups (miniature, halved) Essential for peanut butter flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Mini chocolate chips Dark chocolate chips can be used for a different taste.
For the Decoration
  • 10 pieces Nutter Butter cookies For decoration.
  • 10 pieces Miniature pretzels Used for the antlers.
  • 20 pieces Candy eyes For whimsical decoration.
  • 10 pieces Red round candies (mini M&M's) For the reindeer's nose.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • double boiler
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan with non-stick spray, and line two sides with parchment paper.
  2. In a double boiler, combine semi-sweet chocolate chips and unsalted butter. Stir until melted and smooth, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  3. Sift together all-purpose flour, Dutch process cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt in a separate bowl.
  4. Whip the room temperature eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract on medium-high speed until thick and pale, about 5 minutes.
  5. Gently fold the melted chocolate and butter into the whipped egg mixture, then add the sifted dry ingredients while taking care not to overmix.
  6. Fold in halved Reese's peanut butter cups and mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 40-45 minutes. Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
  8. Lift the brownies out using the parchment overhang and cool completely on a wire rack. Decorate with Nutter Butter cookies, pretzel antlers, candy eyes, and red candies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 115mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure eggs are room temperature for optimal mixing and avoid overmixing the batter for best results.

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