Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
0.67 cup

all-purpose flour

0.75 cup

unsweetened cocoa powder

0.25 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

baking powder

0.75 cup

white sugar

4 fluid ounces

coffee-flavored liqueur

2 unit

egg

1 tsp

vanilla extract

0.5 cup

melted butter

melted

1.33 cup

all-purpose flour

0.75 tsp

baking soda

0.5 tsp

baking powder

0.25 tsp

salt

0.5 cup

crunchy peanut butter

0.5 cup

unsalted butter

softened

0.5 cup

packed brown sugar

packed

0.5 cup

white sugar

1 unit

egg

1 tsp

vanilla extract

4.65 unit

white chocolate

broken into pieces

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
~3 min

In a large bowl, combine 2/3 cup flour, cocoa powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon baking powder.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~3 min

In a separate large bowl, stir together 3/4 cup sugar, coffee liqueur (optional), 2 eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

Step 4
~3 min

Add melted butter to the sugar mixture and then add the flour mixture; stir until just combined.

Step 5
~3 min

Spread the brownie batter into an ungreased 9x13-inch baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~3 min

In a large bowl, sift together 1 1/3 cups flour, baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~3 min

In another large bowl, beat peanut butter, unsalted butter, brown sugar, and 1/2 cup white sugar together using an electric mixer until creamy.

Step 8
~3 min

Stir in 1 egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract into the peanut butter mixture.

Step 9
~3 min

Place cookie dough on top of the brownie mixture in the baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven until the cookie layer is golden brown, 18 to 20 minutes.

Step 11
~3 min

Let cool for 15 minutes.

Step 12
~3 min

Cut into squares and leave in the pan until fully cool, about 20 minutes more.

Step 13
~3 min

Place white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl.

Step 14
~3 min

Heat in microwave until melted, about 30 seconds.

Step 15
~3 min

Place melted chocolate in a resealable plastic sandwich bag and cut a very tiny hole in a corner.

Step 16
~3 min

Drizzle white chocolate over cooled cookie brownies.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Do not overbake for a fudgier texture.

Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.

Let the bars cool completely before cutting.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Dust with powdered sugar.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla Ice Cream
Fresh Berries

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular homemade dessert in America.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holidays
Parties
Bake Sales

Occasion Tags

party
holiday
potluck
birthday

Popularity Score

85/100