Ingredients and Weight:
- Peanut Butter - 1 cup (240g)
- Butter - 1/2 cup (120g)
- Dark Chocolate - 100g
- Granulated Sugar - 1 cup (200g)
- All-Purpose Flour - 1 cup (125g)
- Cocoa Powder - 1/2 cup (30g)
- Eggs - 3
- Baking Powder - 1 tsp
- Salt - 1/4 tsp
- Vanilla Extract - 1 tsp
- Chocolate Chips or Nuts (optional) - for topping
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30-35 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter and butter. Microwave for 30 seconds to melt if not already soft. Mix well until smooth.
- Add the sugar and mix until fully combined.
- Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave or over a double boiler. Add to the peanut butter mixture and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Add the eggs one by one to the wet mixture and mix well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract.
- Mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking pan and spread evenly. Top with chocolate chips or chopped nuts (if using).
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares or serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 8g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and chocolatey with a hint of peanut butter flavor.
- Texture is soft and fudgy with a slight crunch from the chocolate chips or nuts.
- Suitable for an American palette with its sweet and rich flavors.
User Comments:
- "These brownies are amazing! The peanut butter flavor is perfect and not too overpowering."
- "Love the combination of peanut butter and chocolate. This dish is a real winner!"
- "These brownies are really fudgy and delicious. The texture is spot on."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use ripe and smooth peanut butter for best results. Avoid using chunky varieties for this recipe.
- Do not overmix the batter to prevent toughness in texture. Mix until just combined.
