Peanut Butter Cream Topped Brownies

Indulge your sweet tooth with these decadent Peanut Butter Cream Topped Brownies, the ultimate dessert mashup that combines rich, fudgy chocolate with a silky peanut butter frosting. Each bite starts with a moist and gooey brownie base made from melted semi-sweet chocolate, cocoa powder, and a touch of vanilla, baked to perfection in just 35 minutes. The magic happens when the brownies are cooled and topped with a luscious cream made from creamy peanut butter, softened cream cheese, and a hint of confectioners' sugar, whipped until light and fluffy. The crowning layer is chilled for a perfectly set finish, making these brownies not only irresistibly delicious but also a show-stopping centerpiece for any gathering. Perfect for peanut butter and chocolate lovers alike, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for satisfying dessert cravings or impressing guests with its bakery-style presentation.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup 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 peanut butter
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream

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 semi-sweet chocolate chips together in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth. Let cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

Slowly pour in the melted chocolate mixture and whisk until smooth.

Step 5

Sift in the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan.

Step 8

While the brownies are cooling, prepare the peanut butter cream. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth.

Step 9

Gradually add the confectioners' sugar and beat until well combined. Add the heavy cream and beat again until the frosting is light and fluffy.

Step 10

Once the brownies are completely cool, spread the peanut butter cream evenly over the top.

Step 11

Chill the brownies in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set the frosting before slicing.

Step 12

Cut into 16 squares and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1361.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5490.8

Total Fat 280.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 137.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.0g
Cholesterol 961.5mg	0%
Sodium 1833.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 752.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.6g	0%
Total Sugars 606.2g
Protein 87.9g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 430.4mg	0%
Iron 23.6mg	0%
Potassium 2176.8mg	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: 42.9%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 51.1%