Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Brownies
Decadent fudgy brownies layered with Reese's Peanut Butter Cups for a rich chocolate and peanut butter experience. Perfect for dessert lovers craving a sweet, shareable treat.
Servings: 9 servings
Calories: 480kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup salted butter, melted and cooled
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 9 full-size Reese's peanut butter cups
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper
- Beat melted butter and sugar until fluffy
- Mix in vanilla and eggs one at a time
- Sift and add flour, cocoa, salt, and baking powder; combine gently
- Spread half the batter in the pan, place peanut butter cups on top, cover with remaining batter
- Bake 30-35 minutes until edges are set
- Cool completely before cutting into 9-12 pieces
Notes
Use parchment paper overhang for easy lifting
Avoid overmixing to maintain fudgy texture
Toothpick should show moist crumbs for optimal doneness
Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days
Avoid overmixing to maintain fudgy texture
Toothpick should show moist crumbs for optimal doneness
Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days