Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar
If you’re looking for a gluten-free option, you can substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking mix. Similarly, if you prefer a dairy-free version, use margarine or coconut oil in place of butter.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a mini muffin tin by greasing it lightly or using paper liners.
- In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
- In a small bowl, mix the peanut butter and confectioners’ sugar until smooth. Drop a small dollop of the peanut butter mixture onto each brownie bite and use a toothpick or skewer to swirl it gently into the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the brownie edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Remember, as my abuela always said, cooking is about feeling, so don’t stress about perfection—let your senses guide you.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International