Description
Easy Buckeye Brownies are the ultimate indulgence for chocolate and peanut butter lovers! These fudgy brownies feature a rich chocolate base swirled with a creamy peanut butter topping, creating a delightful treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, these brownies are sure to impress. Whip them up quickly with simple ingredients and savor every delicious bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for peanut butter layer)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time and stir in vanilla extract; mix well.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until combined.
- In another bowl, mix peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan. Dollop the peanut butter mixture on top and cover with remaining brownie batter. Swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Let cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg