Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Brownies
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These Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Brownies put a delicious peanut butter twist on a traditional dark chocolate brownie. If you love the the amazing combination of peanut butter and chocolate, this indulgent sweet treat is for you!
There’s nothing better than a rich and fudgy chocolate brownie, whether it’s in the form of buckeye brownies or these decadent s’mores brownies. That’s why we’re loving these amazing Reese’s Brownie Recipe. With the addition of mini Reese’s and creamy peanut butter chips, this ordinary brownie is transformed into a rich chocolate peanut butter dessert.
Serve these treats on their own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and some chocolate sauce for a decadent brownie sundae. Either way, you won’t be able to resist these chewy and delicious brownies!
Why We Love This Brownie Recipe
Rich and Indulgent – This easy brownie recipe is bursting with the flavors of chocolate and peanut butter. The classic combination is the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Great for Parties – Brownies are always a hit with crowds, and these are a perfect choice the next time you need an amazing party or potluck dessert.
Easy – Although these treats taste much more decadent and special than an ordinary brownie, they’re just as easy to make. The peanut butter candy makes all the difference, and all you need to do is stir it in!
Perfect for gifting – Perfect for parties, potlucks, and bake sales, these homemade brownies also make an ideal gift. Share them with a friend or neighbor, or any other peanut butter lovers in your life.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Pure vanilla extract
- Salt
- All purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Mini Reese’s peanut butter cups, roughly chopped and divided
- Reese’s peanut butter chips, divided (or substitute Reese’s Pieces)
How To Make Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Brownies
Step 1: Heat oven to 350 F. Lightly grease the bottom of a baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a large bowl, melt the butter in the microwave. Allow it to cool for a few minutes.
Step 3: Whisk the sugar and cocoa powder into the cooled melted butter.
Step 4: Mix in the eggs, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix just until the eggs have been fully incorporated into the mix.
Step 5: Gradually add in the flour and baking powder, stirring until all ingredients are well combined.
Step 6: Fold in half of the peanut butter cup minis and half of the chips. Set the
rest aside for topping.
Step 7: Pour the brownie base into your prepared pan. Using a rubber spatula to spread it in an even layer.
Step 8: Sprinkle the remaining peanut butter cups and chips over the top.
Step 9: Bake at 350 F for 23-27 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the brownies comes out clean. If you prefer extra fudgy brownies, cook on the lower end of the cooking time. Let brownies cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 10: Cut the cooled brownies into squares and enjoy!
Tips & Tricks
- Be sure to use an unsweetened cocoa powder such as Hershey’s. Don’t use a mixed chocolate milk powder, as these are usually filled with sugar. You can also mix in some chocolate chips for even more chocolate flavor.
- Be careful not to overmix, otherwise your brownies may have a tougher consistency.
- Do not overcook the brownies. For fudgy brownies, a toothpick inserted in the middle will come out with just a little batter and a few crumbs clinging to it. For more cake-like brownies, wait until the brownie batter starts to pull away from the sides of the pan.
- Add a hint of flaky sea salt on top of the brownies to bring out the chocolate and peanut butter flavor.
- If you want to make these even more decadent, spread some peanut butter frosting over the top!
Store any leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator. They should keep for 3-4 days.
Yes! You can freeze them for up to 3 months. Stack them in an airtight container or place them in a freezer bag with parchment paper between each slice.
More Brownies and Dessert Bars
- Easy Lemon Bars with Cake Mix
- Chocolate Oreo Brownie Bars
- Red Velvet Brownies
- Oreo Cheesecake Bars
- Brownie Ice Cream Cake
Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Brownies
Equipment
- Hand mixer optional
- Stand mixer optional
Ingredients
- ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1 ¼ cups all purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup Reese’s peanut butter cup minis roughly chopped, divided
- ¾ cup Reese’s peanut butter chips divided
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350 F. Lightly grease the bottom of a baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, melt the butter in the microwave. Allow it to cool for a few minutes.½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- Whisk the sugar and cocoa powder into the cooled melted butter.½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ¾ cup granulated sugar
- Mix in the eggs, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix just until the eggs have been fully incorporated into the batter.2 eggs, 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract, ¾ teaspoon salt
- Gradually add in the flour and baking powder, stirring until all ingredients are well combined.1 ¼ cups all purpose flour, ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- Fold in half of the Reese’s peanut butter cup minis and half of the chips. Set the rest aside for topping.1 cup Reese’s peanut butter cup minis, ¾ cup Reese’s peanut butter chips
- Using a rubber spatula, spread the brownie batter in an even layer in the prepared pan.
- Sprinkle the remaining Reese’s peanut butter cups and chips over the top.1 cup Reese’s peanut butter cup minis, ¾ cup Reese’s peanut butter chips
- Bake at 350 F for 23-27 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the brownies comes out clean. If you prefer extra fudgy brownies, cook on the lower end of the cooking time.
- Leave the brownies in the pan and let them cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into squares and serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Be careful not to overmix the batter, otherwise it may result in a tougher consistency.
- Do not overcook the brownies. For fudgy brownies, a toothpick inserted in the middle will come out with just a little batter and a few crumbs clinging to it. For more cake-like brownies, wait until the brownie batter starts to pull away from the sides of the pan.
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