Healthier Nutella Peanut Butter Brownies Recipe

Indulge in guilt-free deliciousness with these healthier Nutella Peanut Butter Brownies! This easy recipe swaps butter for peanut butter, creating a fudgy, intensely flavorful treat that's surprisingly good for you. Perfect for a special occasion or a satisfying weeknight dessert. Adapted from a Nutella Day recipe, these brownies are baked in a loaf pan for easy portioning and perfectly gooey results.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 150.1 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Healthier Nutella Peanut Butter Brownies

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How to Make Healthier Nutella Peanut Butter Brownies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour and ½ teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup granulated sugar, ¾ cup packed light brown sugar, and 2 large eggs until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 cup creamy peanut butter until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients (flour mixture) to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in 1 cup Nutella until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  9. Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into 16 squares.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

66g

Fat

27g

Carbs

7g