Chewy Peanut Butter Brownies

These brownies have been a favorite in my family since I was a small child. Because they're so popular, I usually double the recipe. Great with chocolate frosting!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 177 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup peanut butter
• ½ cup packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ⅔ cup white sugar
• 2 egg
• ⅓ cup margarine, softened

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C ). Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, cream together peanut butter and margarine. Gradually blend in the brown sugar, white sugar, eggs, and vanilla; mix until fluffy. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt; stir into the peanut butter mixture until well blended.

Step 3

Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in preheated oven, or until the top springs back when touched. Cool, and cut into 16 squares.