Ingredients
– 1 cup creamy peanut butter
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Whisk or electric mixer
– Rubber spatula
– 8×8 inch baking pan
– Parchment paper (optional for easy removal)
– Oven
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). I always find it best to have my oven heating up while I prepare the batter, so everything is ready to go. In a large bowl, mix together the creamy peanut butter and granulated sugar until it’s well combined. The texture will be rich and thick, almost like a cookie dough. It’s a little workout for the arms! (See the next page below to continue steps…)