Fudgiest Brownies with Peanut Butter Frosting
If you’re a fan of fudgy, rich, dense brownies, these are for you. And if you’re a peanut butter fan, even better. If you like cakey or dry brownies, move on. These moist fudge bombs won’t be your thing. The brownies are beyond rich and moist. Dark, intense, and they’re uber-fudgy with zero cakiness. I like cakes, and I like brownies. But no cake in my brownies. The edges have a bit of chewiness and the center is tender, soft, and the perfect fudgy texture for leaving teeth marks. Chomp. The peanut butter frosting is velvety smooth and the perfect complement to the brownies. It’s sweet; the way all frosting should be, but the natural saltiness of the peanut butter cuts some of the sweet. Chocolate and peanut butter is one of the best flavor combinations on earth. I never tire of it!
Ingredients for Peanut Butter Fudge Brownies
To make the fudgy brownies, you’ll need:
Semi-sweet or dark chocolate Unsalted butter Granulated sugar Brown sugar Brewed coffee Vanilla extract Eggs All-purpose flour Salt
For the peanut butter frosting:
Creamy peanut butter Unsalted butter Vanilla extract Confectioners’ sugar Salt
How to Make Peanut Butter Fudge Brownies
The brownies are so fast and simple to make, and they’re as easy as using a boxed mix, but taste infinitely better. These peanut butter fudge brownies are made in one bowl and the batter comes together with a whisk in minutes. You don’t need to drag out a mixer or dirty anything other than one bowl.
How to make fudge brownies:
How to make peanut butter frosting for brownies:
While the brownies are cooling, make the peanut butter buttercream.
Tips for Making Brownies with Peanut Butter Frosting
After adding the flour, don’t overmix the batter or that will cause gluten development, which results in tougher and cakier brownies. I use 2 cups of powdered sugar in the icing because I like it to be thicker, denser, and not quite as fluffy for the brownies as I would use on a cupcake. Use more or less as desired. Make sure the brownies have fully cooled so they don’t melt the frosting. Sprinkles are optional, but not really. Not for me anyway.
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