HOOSIER PEANUT BUTTER BROWNIES

 

1/2 cup peanut butter

1/3 cup butter
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 pkg (6-oz) chocolate chips
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped peanuts, optional

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9-inch square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.

In a medium mixing bowl beat the peanut butter and butter until blended. Gradually add the sugar and brown sugar beating until fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition. Add the flour, baking powder, and salt; mix well. Stir in the chocolate chips and the vanilla, mixing in well. Mix in the peanuts, if desired or sprinkle on the top of the batter. Pour into the prepared baking pan and bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes or until a wooden toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool before cutting.

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