Ingredients
– ½ cup unsalted butter
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– ¼ teaspoon salt
– ½ cup creamy peanut butter
– ½ cup chocolate chips (optional, for extra chocolatey goodness)
Equipment Needed
– 8×8 inch baking pan
– Mixing bowls
– Whisk or electric mixer
– Rubber spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Parchment paper (optional for easy removal)
Step-by-Step Instructions
First things first, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). I always find this step makes a world of difference in ensuring even baking. While that’s warming up, I like to melt the butter in a large mixing bowl. Once it’s melted, stir in the granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and shiny. Then, beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until it’s all well combined and lovely. This is when the delightful scent starts wafting through my kitchen, making it hard to resist not taking a taste! (See the next page below to continue steps…)