Katzen's Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies

Indulge in pure dessert decadence with Katzen's Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies—an irresistible fusion of rich, fudgy chocolate and creamy, nutty peanut butter. Perfectly baked to achieve a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture, these brownies feature a marbled peanut butter swirl that adds both visual flair and bold flavor. Made with pantry staples like semi-sweet chocolate chips, unsalted butter, and smooth peanut butter, this easy-to-follow recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time. Ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth or impressing guests, these brownies make 12 decadent servings and pair beautifully with a cold glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Elevate your dessert game with this crowd-pleasing treat that’s sure to be a hit at any gathering!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1.25 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar
• 3 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup smooth peanut butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and 1 cup of the semi-sweet chocolate chips together in 30-second increments, stirring after each increment, until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and light brown sugar. Add the slightly cooled butter-chocolate mixture and mix until well-combined.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, whisking after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the remaining 0.5 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips for extra chocolatey goodness.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.

Step 8

Warm the smooth peanut butter in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds to make it easier to swirl. Drop small spoonfuls of peanut butter over the top of the brownie batter. Use a knife or skewer to swirl the peanut butter into the batter, creating a marbled effect.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs (not liquid batter).

Step 10

Remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes before slicing into squares.

Step 11

Serve and enjoy your decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies with a glass of milk or a scoop of ice cream!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1128.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4605.8

Total Fat 224.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 104.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 744mg	0%
Sodium 1956.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 656.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.9g	0%
Total Sugars 497.0g
Protein 85.9g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 249.4mg	0%
Iron 25.6mg	0%
Potassium 1369.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.5%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 52.7%