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Peanut Butter Stuffed Brownies Recipe

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These Peanut Butter Stuffed Brownies are a decadent treat featuring rich, fudgy chocolate brownie layers sandwiching a creamy, sweet peanut butter filling. Perfectly balanced with smooth peanut butter and a glossy chocolate batter, this dessert offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors that will satisfy any chocolate and peanut butter craving.

Ingredients

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Peanut Butter Filling

  • 3/4 cup smooth peanut butter (not natural)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (110 grams)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Brownie Batter

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (63 grams)
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder (22 grams)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (112 grams)
  • 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate (180 grams), or 50-60% dark chocolate
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200 grams)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 large egg yolk (discard the white)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring an overhang on the sides for easy brownie removal. Lightly grease the pan first to help the parchment stick.
  2. Make Peanut Butter Filling: In a medium bowl, beat together the smooth peanut butter, powdered sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until well combined and smooth. If the powdered sugar is lumpy, sift it first. Place the mixture in the refrigerator while preparing the brownie batter.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  4. Melt Butter and Chocolate: Chop the semi-sweet chocolate finely if using a block. In a large bowl, melt the unsalted butter and chocolate together. Use a microwave on medium power in 45-second intervals, stirring between intervals, or melt over a double boiler with gently simmering water. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes to cool slightly.
  5. Combine Wet Ingredients: Whisk the melted chocolate and butter mixture together with granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, the additional egg yolk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until fully combined and glossy without any clumps of egg.
  6. Add Dry Ingredients: Sift the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients to avoid lumps. Whisk until the batter is smooth and uniform with no visible streaks of flour.
  7. Assemble Brownies – First Layer: Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread it out into an even layer.
  8. Add Peanut Butter Layer: Remove the peanut butter filling from the refrigerator. Scoop tablespoons of the peanut butter mixture, flatten slightly, and place evenly across the brownie batter layer. It does not need to cover the entire surface fully.
  9. Top with Remaining Brownie Batter: Spoon the remaining brownie batter gently over the peanut butter layer, being careful not to disturb it. Spread the top layer evenly to cover the peanut butter completely.
  10. Bake the Brownies: Bake in the center of the preheated oven for 32-37 minutes, or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  11. Cool and Slice: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan until it is no longer warm to the touch, which may take a few hours. For faster cooling, place the pan on a wire rack in the refrigerator. When cool, use the parchment overhang to lift the brownies from the pan onto a cutting board. Slice with a sharp knife and serve.

Notes

  • Use smooth peanut butter, not natural, for best texture in the filling.
  • Sifting the powdered sugar and dry ingredients helps prevent lumps and results in a smoother batter.
  • Do not pour the top brownie layer directly over the peanut butter; use a spoon to avoid mixing the layers.
  • Allow brownies to cool completely before slicing to maintain clean edges.
  • Chocolate percentage can be adjusted depending on how dark you want your brownies.

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