Dive into the ultimate chocolate and peanut butter experience with these Molten Peanut Butter Brownies. Crispy on the edges and gooey in the center, each bite melts in your mouth, blending rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter perfectly. Ideal for a special dessert, family treat, or an indulgent weekend snack, these brownies are surprisingly quick to make and guarantee smiles all around the table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 9 brownies
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt butter and chocolate chips together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in short bursts in the microwave. Stir until smooth.
- Whisk in sugar until combined. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Fold in flour and salt gently until batter is smooth.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan. Drop spoonfuls of peanut butter over it, then cover with remaining batter.
- Bake 22–25 minutes until edges are set but the center is still slightly soft. Cool for 10 minutes.
- Cut into squares and serve warm for gooey, molten peanut butter centers.
Tips, Variations & Storage
- For extra richness, sprinkle a few chocolate chips or chopped peanuts on top before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days. Reheat in microwave for a few seconds.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or drizzle of chocolate sauce for an extra decadent dessert.
More Delicious Recipes You’ll Love
If you enjoyed this dessert, you might also like:
- Decadent Chocolate Lava Cake
- Quick Cheesecake Bites
- Mini Cinnamon Muffins
- For more chocolate & peanut butter dessert ideas, visit BBC Good Food Peanut Butter Desserts.
