Prepare to embark on a mind-blowing culinary adventure that will make your taste buds dance with pure delight! These Salty Sweet Peanut Butter Filled Pretzel Brownies are not just a dessert - they're a decadent masterpiece that perfectly balances rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and the irresistible crunch of pretzels. Imagine biting into a fudgy brownie that delivers an explosion of flavors and textures in every single bite - this recipe is about to become your new obsession and the star of every gathering!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 brownies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 2 cups pretzels, crushed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing excess paper to hang over the sides for easy removal.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a large microwave-safe bowl. Once melted, whisk in the sugar until well combined and slightly smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract until mixture is smooth and glossy.
- In a separate bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour half the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly with a spatula.
- Dollop spoonfuls of peanut butter across the first layer of brownie batter. Use a knife to create swirls and distribute peanut butter.
- Sprinkle crushed pretzels over the peanut butter layer, reserving some for topping.
- Pour remaining brownie batter over the pretzel and peanut butter layer, ensuring complete coverage.
- Scatter remaining crushed pretzels on top of the final batter layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely in the pan for about 1 hour. Use parchment paper edges to lift brownies out and cut into 12 equal squares.
- Serve at room temperature and enjoy the salty-sweet combination of chocolate, peanut butter, and pretzels.
Tips
- Use room temperature eggs for smoother batter integration and better brownie texture.
- Don't overmix the batter - this can lead to tough, dense brownies. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- For extra indulgence, use high-quality cocoa powder and pure vanilla extract.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before cutting to ensure clean, precise squares.
- For a more intense peanut butter flavor, use natural, creamy peanut butter.
- Line your baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 403kcal
Carbohydrates: 49g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Cholesterol: 96mg
