Brownie Peanut Butter Cups
The ultimate comfort food, Brownie Peanut Butter Cups combine rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter for a delightful treat. These easy-to-make bites are perfect for sharing or enjoying on your own. Make them tonight for a sweet indulgence!
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Frying Pan
- Blender
- Baking Sheet
- Oven
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 3/4 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
- 1 large Egg
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1/4 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/2 cup Peanut Butter Chips
- 1/2 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
- 3/4 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Spray or grease 12 muffin cups to prevent sticking. If you're feeling adventurous, you can even make mini muffin bites and adjust the baking time accordingly, about 8 minutes should do!
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine granulated sugar, unsalted butter, and water. Microwave on high for about 1 minute until the butter is melted. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add in 3/4 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips and stir until melted and creamy. Then, incorporate the large egg and vanilla extract, mixing until everything is nicely blended together.
- Next, add the all-purpose flour and baking soda, stirring until just combined. It's important not to overmix; you want your brownies to be tender!
- Let the batter cool at room temperature for a bit. This is crucial as it allows you to mix in the peanut butter chips and remaining semi-sweet chocolate chips without melting them.
- Spoon the brownie batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each one about three-quarters full. This will give them room to rise.
- Bake for 13 to 15 minutes, or until the tops are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out slightly wet. Keep an eye on them, as they can go from perfect to overdone quickly!
- Once baked, remove the pan and place it on a wire rack. You might notice that the centers of the brownies will fall a little upon cooling—this is normal! If they don't sink enough, lightly tap the centers with a teaspoon to create a small well.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, add creamy peanut butter and microwave on high for 45 seconds. Stir to make it smooth and creamy.
- While the brownie cups are still hot, carefully spoon about a tablespoon of the warm peanut butter into the center of each brownie. This will create that gooey, irresistible center that everyone loves.
- Finally, sprinkle some more semi-sweet chocolate chips and peanut butter chips on top for an extra touch of deliciousness. Allow them to cool completely in the pan before serving.
Notes
- Storage: To keep your brownie cups fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They'll stay good for about 3 days, or up to a week in the fridge.
- Freezing: Yes, you can freeze these brownie cups! Allow them to cool completely, then place them in a freezer-safe container. They can last in the freezer for up to 3 months. Just thaw before serving.
- Pairing: These brownie cups are perfect with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. They also make a fun addition to a dessert platter!
- Brownie Bites: If you prefer smaller treats, you can use a mini muffin pan and reduce the baking time to about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Chocolate Lovers: For an extra chocolatey flavor, consider adding chocolate chunks to the brownie batter or using dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet.