Peanut Butter Chocolate Brownie Cups Recipe
Deliciously fudgy Peanut Butter Brownie Cups combining rich chocolate brownie batter with a swirl of sweet peanut butter, topped with chocolate chips. Perfect as a standalone dessert or served with ice cream or coffee.
- 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 melted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Peanut Butter Swirl
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Topping
- Chocolate chips, as needed for sprinkling
Instructions
- 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.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Sift the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and baking powder into the wet mixture. Gently fold until just combined to keep the batter light and fudgy; avoid overmixing.
- Fill the Muffin Tin: Evenly spread the batter into muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Create the Peanut Butter Swirl: In a separate bowl, mix peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Drop a small spoonful of the peanut butter mixture into the center of each brownie cup. Use a toothpick to gently swirl it through the batter.
- Add the Finishing Touch: Sprinkle chocolate chips over each brownie cup for extra chocolatey sweetness.
- Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20 to 25 minutes, or until edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the chocolate portion (avoiding the peanut butter swirl) comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve: Let the brownie cups cool in the muffin pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Choose high-quality cocoa powder for a more intense chocolate flavor.
- Slightly warm the peanut butter mixture before swirling for easier incorporation.
- For variety, add mini marshmallows or chopped nuts to the batter before baking.
- Use a muffin tin for easy removal and portion control.
- Do not overbake to maintain moist and fudgy brownies.
- Use a piping bag for neater peanut butter swirls if desired.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream, caramel sauce, or a glass of milk or coffee for an enhanced dessert experience.
Keywords: Peanut Butter Brownie Cups, Chocolate Brownies, Swirled Brownies, Peanut Butter Swirl, Chocolate Dessert, Brownie Muffins, Easy Brownie Recipe
