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Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Brownies

Indulge in these rich Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Brownies! Fudgy brownies meet creamy cookie dough for a dessert that’s pure bliss.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Base:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup granulated white sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (plus 2 tablespoons)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup bittersweet chocolate chips
For the Cookie Dough Layer:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (plus 2 tablespoons)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup bittersweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup peanut butter chips
For the Whipped Cream Topping:
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon granulated white sugar

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Preparation:
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your 9x13-inch baking pan with a bit of butter or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a saucepan, melt 1 cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter and 2 ounces of unsweetened chocolate over low heat. Stir occasionally until the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted chocolate mixture, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 cup of granulated white sugar. Add in the 2 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In another bowl, combine 1 cup + 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the chocolate mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in 1 cup of bittersweet chocolate chips.
  5. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let it cool in the pan while you prepare the cookie dough layer.
Cookie Dough Layer:
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together 1/2 cup (1 stick) of room temperature unsalted butter and 1 cup of packed light brown sugar until creamy. Add in 2 tablespoons of milk and 1 cup of creamy peanut butter, mixing until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup + 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in 1 cup of peanut butter chips and 1 cup of bittersweet chocolate chips.
  3. Once the brownie layer has cooled, drop spoonfuls of the peanut butter cookie dough over the brownies. Use a spatula to gently spread it into an even layer, being careful not to disturb the brownie base too much.
  4. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the cookie dough is set but still soft. Allow to cool completely in the pan.
Whipped Cream Topping:
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup of heavy whipping cream and 1 tablespoon of granulated white sugar until soft peaks form. Spread the whipped cream over the cooled brownies for a decadent finish.
  2. Once everything is set, slice the brownies into squares. Serve them up and watch as your friends and family fall in love with these Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Brownies.

Notes

  • Substitute unsweetened chocolate with cocoa powder if needed.
  • Store brownies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • For freezing, wrap brownies individually and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.