Peanut Butter Brownies

Ingredients

• 1 cup Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour Blend
• 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, melted
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1/2 cup Brown Sugar, packed
• 2 Large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1/2 cup Peanut Butter
• 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar
• 1 tablespoon Milk
• 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour (using gluten-free flour) an 8x8 inch baking pan.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. 3

   In a separate large bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat until well combined.

4. 4

   Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.

5. 5

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

6. 6

   In a small bowl, mix peanut butter, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth. This is your peanut butter swirl.

7. 7

   Pour brownie batter into the prepared pan. Drop spoonfuls of the peanut butter mixture over the brownie batter and swirl with a knife or toothpick.

8. 8

   If desired, sprinkle chocolate chips on top.

9. 9

   Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with fudgy crumbs attached.

Recipe Variations

• →Try adding different herbs for variety.
• →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.