Description
Dense, fudgy, peanut-butter-swirled brownie bites that are perfect for game day. These grab-and-go treats can be made baked or no-bake, offering a sticky, sweet, and universally loved snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces (340g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter (standard brand like Jif or Skippy)
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (200g) granulated white sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon flaky sea salt (for topping)
- Optional: Mini pretzel twists, chopped peanuts, or white chocolate for drizzle
Instructions
- Method 1 (No-Bake): In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth (1-2 minutes total). Do not overheat.
- Stir in peanut butter, sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is completely combined and smooth, resembling a thick, glossy paste.
- Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop balls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet or press into a mini muffin tin.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or in the freezer for 15 minutes until firm.
- Sprinkle with flaky sea salt. If drizzling with extra chocolate or peanut butter, do so now while cold.
- Method 2 (Baked): Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt chocolate and butter as described above. Let cool for 5 minutes, then stir in peanut butter, sugar, and vanilla.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set but the center looks slightly soft.
- Let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Lift out using parchment handles, cut into 1-inch squares, and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
Notes
Use standard creamy peanut butter, not natural, to avoid greasiness. Chill tools if the no-bake mixture is too soft. Salt is crucial for balancing sweetness. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
Keywords: football snacks, game day dessert, no-bake brownies, chocolate peanut butter, party bites, easy dessert, make-ahead dessert