Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp (1.5g) salt
  • 1/3 cup (85g) creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp (30g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) melted butter

Instructions:

  1. Whisk the melted butter and granulated sugar together until combined. Add eggs and vanilla, stirring until the mixture is glossy.
  2. Sift in the cocoa powder, flour, and salt; fold gently with a spatula until the flour is barely incorporated, avoiding over-mixing.
  3. In a small bowl, blend the creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and melted butter until a stable paste forms.
  4. Spray a mini muffin tin with non-stick baking spray. Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of brownie batter into each cup.
  5. Drop a small dollop (approximately 1/2 tsp) of the peanut butter mixture into the center of each brownie base.
  6. Top with a small amount of additional brownie batter to seal the peanut butter core.
  7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18-22 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.