These Chocolate Brownies are Nuts! Recipe

Name: These Chocolate Brownies are Nuts!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup butter, room temperature; ½ cup peanut butter, room temperature; 1 cup light brown sugar; 2 eggs, room temperature; ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder; ½ cup flour; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips; ¾ cup walnuts, coarsely chopped; 4 ounces cream cheese (melted on a very low setting in microwave or in a double boiler)

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350F Spray a 9 x 9 pan really well with cooking spray.
2
Add butter and peanut butter to a medium bowl.
3
With a wooden spoon, cream together the butter and peanut butter until smooth.
4
Add the sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
5
Add the eggs, one at a time.
6
Mix well until batter is consistent.
7
In a separate medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
8
To the dry mixture, add the butter mixture, chocolate chips and walnuts and stir until just combined.
9
With a rubber spatula, scoop batter in the prepared pan and spread evenly.
10
Drizzle cream cheese over top and give a quick swirl with a skewer or sharp knife.
11
Do not over-stir it looks very nice this way.
12
Bake 25-30 minutes or until brownies are just pulling away from the sides of the pan.
13
Cool brownies on a wire rack about 10 minutes.
14
These brownies are best if refrigerated and served cold.
15
Cut into 16 squares and serve!

1102

kcal

Calories

Fat

106

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup butter, room temperature, ½ cup peanut butter, room temperature, 1 cup light brown sugar, 2 eggs, room temperature, and more.

Yes, These Chocolate Brownies are Nuts! falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

These Chocolate Brownies are Nuts!

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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