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For the peanut butter lovers! Moist, cake-like peanut butter brownies topped with light and fluffy peanut butter frosting!
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Peanut Butter Brownies

For the peanut butter lovers! Moist, cake-like peanut butter brownies topped with light and fluffy peanut butter frosting!
Course Dessert
Servings 8
Calories 1317kcal
Author Sara

Ingredients

For the Brownies

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • ½ cup butter softened
  • 2 cups brown sugar
  • 3 eggs beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup Reese's Pieces candies

For the Frosting

  • 2 cups creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

For the Brownies

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • In a large bowl, blend together the peanut butter and butter.
  • Beat in brown sugar, eggs and vanilla.
  • Add flour and salt.
  • Spread into a greased 13x9 inch baking pan.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes.
  • Cool in pan and frost.
  • Sprinkle Reese's Pieces on top of brownies.

For the Frosting

  • Blend peanut butter and margarine until fluffy.
  • Blend in remaining ingredients until smooth.
  • Frost cooled brownies.

Notes

  1. Creamy Peanut Butter: Opt for creamy peanut butter in both the brownie batter and frosting for a smooth texture. Creamy peanut butter blends seamlessly into the batter and frosting, ensuring even distribution of flavor and avoiding any clumps or pockets of peanut butter.
  2. Even Baking: To ensure evenly baked brownies, spread the batter into the greased pan evenly, smoothing out the top with a spatula. This helps the brownies bake uniformly, preventing any undercooked or overcooked spots. Rotate the pan halfway through baking for even browning.
  3. Frosting Consistency: When making the frosting, gradually add the powdered sugar to achieve the desired consistency. If the frosting is too thick, add a little more heavy whipping cream, a tablespoon at a time, until it reaches a spreadable consistency. Conversely, if the frosting is too thin, add more powdered sugar until it thickens to your liking. Adjusting the consistency ensures that the frosting spreads smoothly over the cooled brownies without being too thick or too runny.

Nutrition

Calories: 1317kcal | Carbohydrates: 118g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 88g | Saturated Fat: 34g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Monounsaturated Fat: 35g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 161mg | Sodium: 912mg | Potassium: 678mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 93g | Vitamin A: 1263IU | Vitamin C: 0.04mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 3mg