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Ina Garten Peanut Butter Brownies Recipe

Ina Garten Peanut Butter Brownies recipe
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Ina Garten’s Peanut Butter Brownies are a decadent dessert featuring a classic chocolate brownie base topped with a silky peanut butter frosting. The brownies are thick, chewy, and packed with deep cocoa flavor, while the frosting adds a creamy, nutty layer that enhances the sweetness. This recipe is simple to make yet delivers the richness of a professional bakery brownie.

Ingredients

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For the Brownie Base:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter

  • 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed

  • 4 large eggs

  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon salt

For the Peanut Butter Frosting:

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 2 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted

  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk

Instructions

Step 1 – Preheat the oven

Set the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.

Step 2 – Melt butter and chocolate

In a saucepan, melt butter and chopped chocolate over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 3 – Mix in sugars and eggs

Whisk in granulated sugar and brown sugar until combined. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.

Step 4 – Combine dry ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold this dry mixture into the chocolate batter until fully incorporated.

Step 5 – Bake the brownies

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.

Step 6 – Cool completely

Allow the brownies to cool fully in the pan before adding frosting.

Step 7 – Prepare peanut butter frosting

In a bowl, beat the peanut butter and softened butter until creamy. Gradually add confectioners’ sugar, vanilla, and cream. Beat until light and fluffy.

Step 8 – Frost the brownies

Spread the peanut butter frosting evenly over the cooled brownies.

Step 9 – Chill and serve

Refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to help the frosting set, then cut into squares and enjoy.

Find it online: https://inagartencooks.com/ina-garten-peanut-butter-brownies/