Peanut Butter Brownie Cups Recipe
If you love chocolate and peanut butter, you’ll adore this Peanut Butter Brownie Cups Recipe.
Ingredients
For the Brownies:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
For the Peanut Butter Filling:
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Topping:
- Chocolate chips or drizzle
- Flaky sea salt
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line muffin tin with cupcake liners.
Make Brownie Batter
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar until smooth.
Add Eggs and Vanilla
- Stir in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract. Mix well until combined.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk cocoa powder, flour, salt and baking powder.
Combine Wet and Dry
- Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until smooth, but do not overmix.
Fill Muffin Cups
- Spoon half of brownie batter into each cupcake liner, filling about 1/3 full.
Add Peanut Butter
- In a small bowl, mix peanut butter, powdered sugar and vanilla. Drop a teaspoon of peanut butter mixture on top of brownie batter in each cup.
Top with Remaining Batter
- Spoon remaining brownie batter over peanut butter, covering slightly but leaving a little swirl visible.
Bake Brownie Cups
- Bake for 18–20 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Cool in pan for 5 minutes.
Optional Topping
- Sprinkle chocolate chips or drizzle melted chocolate on top. Add flaky sea salt for flavor contrast.
Cool Completely
- Transfer brownie cups to wire rack and let cool completely before serving.
Serve
- Enjoy as a snack, dessert or treat at parties. Perfectly portioned and indulgent.
Notes
- Use natural peanut butter for a healthier version.
- Add chopped peanuts or chocolate chunks for texture.
- Swirl the peanut butter into brownies for a marbled effect.
- Make mini brownie cups using mini muffin tins for bite-sized treats.
- Store in airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.