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Irresistible Peanut Butter Cup Brownies

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These brownies combine a fudgy chocolate base with gooey peanut butter cups melted inside, creating a rich and indulgent treat that’s quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (about 150g) peanut butter cups, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl or on the stove over low heat. Pour the melted butter into a large bowl, then stir in the granulated sugar until well combined.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Whisk vigorously until the batter looks smooth and shiny.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula, just until combined.
  5. Chop the peanut butter cups into bite-sized pieces. Gently fold about three-quarters of the chopped peanut butter cups into the batter. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, then sprinkle the remaining peanut butter cups on top.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Start checking around 25 minutes by inserting a toothpick in the center — it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  7. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for best texture. Fold peanut butter cups gently to keep pockets intact. Line pan with parchment paper for easy removal. Let brownies cool completely before slicing for clean cuts. If peanut butter cups sink, chill batter for 10 minutes before baking. Adjust baking time if using a different pan size.

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