Peanut Butter Cup Brownies (Printable Version)

Fudgy brownies layered with creamy peanut butter cups for an irresistible dessert delight.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
06 - 2 cups granulated sugar
07 - 4 large eggs
08 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

→ Mix-ins & Filling

09 - 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
10 - 16 mini peanut butter cups

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
03 - In a large bowl, combine melted butter and sugar. Whisk until glossy.
04 - Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
05 - Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
06 - Gently fold in chocolate chips.
07 - Spread half of the brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan.
08 - Arrange the peanut butter cups evenly over the batter.
09 - Spoon the remaining batter over the peanut butter cups, smoothing the top with a spatula to cover completely.
10 - Bake for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
11 - Allow to cool completely in the pan before lifting out and slicing into squares.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Simple ingredients you likely already have in your pantry
  • The surprise peanut butter cup layer creates an irresistible gooey center
  • Perfect crowd-pleaser that serves 16 generous squares
  • Easy enough for beginner bakers but impressive enough for any occasion
  • Combines two beloved treats in one decadent dessert
02 -
  • Use room temperature eggs for better incorporation into the batter
  • Don't skip the parchment paper—it makes removal and slicing so much easier
  • For ultra-fudgy brownies, bake on the shorter end of the time range
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days
  • These brownies freeze beautifully for up to 3 months—wrap individually for easy grab-and-go treats
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