These peanut butter cup brownies are a heavenly mix of rich, fudgy brownie and creamy peanut butter, topped with mini peanut butter cups. They are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and are sure to be a hit at any gathering or special occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 box of brownie mix
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mini peanut butter cups, halved
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Prepare brownie mix according to package instructions and pour batter into prepared pan.
- In a medium bowl, mix peanut butter, melted butter, milk, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls of peanut butter mixture on top of brownie batter and swirl with a knife to create a marble effect.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle halved peanut butter cups on top of hot brownies, pressing them slightly into the surface.
- Let cool before cutting into squares and serving.
Interesting Facts
Peanut butter cups were invented in 1928 by Harry Burnett Reese.
Peanut butter contains healthy fats and protein, making it a great addition to any dessert.