If you’re the kind of person who believes brownies with peanut butter are the pinnacle of dessert perfection—welcome, friend. You’ve found your people. These dressed up brownies aren’t just your average chocolate squares—they’re candy brownies topped with a luscious, silky peanut butter frosting that’s basically a hug for your taste buds. Oh, and don’t forget the Reese’s Pieces or mini peanut butter cups on top. Because why not go full send on the indulgence?
The base? An ultra-rich, chewy chocolate brownie made with real melted chocolate and cocoa powder. The frosting? A dreamy, slightly salty peanut butter cloud that balances out all that fudgy goodness. It’s the kind of flavor mashup that makes peanut butter chocolate recipes a forever favorite.
Pro tip: Use creamy peanut butter for the smoothest frosting—and don’t skimp. This is the time for generous swirls.
Looking for easy peanut butter brownies that still feel fancy? This recipe is your jam. Or should we say… your peanut butter brownie cake? 😉
Whether you’re baking for a party or just need a “treat yo’ self” moment, these brownie peanut butter beauties deliver. Save this one for when you’re craving the ultimate peanut butter brownie recipes. FYI, you’ll want to double the batch.
Dressed Up Brownies with Creamy Peanut Butter Frosting - An Easy Twist on a Classic Chocolate Dessert Recipe
This decadent treat begins with a rich, one-bowl brownie base that’s ultra fudgy and full of chocolatey goodness. Once baked and cooled, it’s smothered in a smooth peanut butter frosting, crowned with chopped peanut butter cups, and finished off with a generous chocolate drizzle for good measure.
Ingredients
- For the Brownies:
- ½ cup (112g) unsalted butter
- 5 oz (142g) semi-sweet or 50–70% dark chocolate, chopped finely
- ½ cup (100g) white sugar
- ½ cup (105g) packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup (63g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup (22g) cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- For the Frosting:
- ⅓ cup (75g) unsalted butter, room temperature
- ⅓ cup creamy peanut butter (avoid natural or oily varieties)
- 1½ to 2 cups (165–220g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1–2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
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