Peanut Butter Blondies
Let’s make these chewy peanut butter blondies with lots of peanut butter and chocolate chips! They are super easy to make and come out really soft and yummy. These bars take only 5 minutes to mix together in one mixing bowl. In under 30 minutes, they are ready to be devoured!
If you’re a lover of peanut butter like me, you’ll definitely want to try this irresistible recipe for ooey gooey peanut butter blondies. Trust me, they’re so tempting!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- These peanut butter blondies are quick and easy to make.
- This recipe requires only one mixing bowl and 5 minutes to prepare.
- The chocolate peanut butter combination is classic and flavorful!
- They are soft and gooey.
- Check out these Almond Croissant Blondies too!
- Top with sliced peanut butter cups as soon as they come out of the oven! They become melty and gooey.
- These bars are great for any occasion.
- This recipe is gluten free, dairy free, vegan, egg free, and refined sugar free.
- Check out this Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies for another delicious dessert!
Ingredients & Substitutions
These are the main ingredients and substitutions for these peanut butter blondies. Scroll down to the recipe card for the full ingredients list and instructions.
First, use melted coconut oil or melted vegan butter. If you are not vegan, regular butter works well too.
Coconut sugar is an all natural sweetener. It adds a delicious flavor! If needed, replace with brown sugar.
Use all natural creamy peanut butter made from only peanuts and salt. Do not use brands with added oil or sugar.
Vanilla extract adds warmth.
Almond milk helps thin out the batter. Any type of milk can be used.
If you are gluten free like I am, use gluten free flour. This recipe can also be made with all purpose flour.
Baking soda helps these bars rise slightly.
Lastly, stir in dark chocolate chips and sliced peanut butter cups! Reserve a few for garnish.
Taste & Texture
These peanut butter blondies taste like chocolate and peanut butter! They are rich, decadent, and just sweet enough.
These vegan gluten free bars are thick, a little dense, soft, and gooey. The chocolate topping is melted and creamy!
How to Make
Step 1
First, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line an 8 inch square pan with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted coconut oil and coconut sugar. Stir together.
Step 3
Then, add in the creamy peanut butter, vanilla, and almond milk. Stir together.
Step 4
Next, add in the gluten free flour and baking soda. Stir until combined.
Step 5
Fold in the dark chocolate chips and cut up peanut butter cups. Reserve a few peanut butter cups for after baking. The dough will be pretty thick.
Step 6
Transfer the batter to the prepared pan. Smooth into an even layer.
Step 7
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Step 8
Lastly, remove from the oven. Garnish with extra peanut butter cups and chocolate chips. After cooling for 10 minutes, slice and serve!
Expert Tips & Tricks
Follow these tips and tricks to make the best peanut butter blondies.
First, use all natural creamy peanut butter. This has a much better flavor and texture than brands with added oil or sugar.
The blondie dough will be pretty thick.
Do not bake too long. They should be a little soft and gooey in the middle.
Top with extra chocolate chips and peanut butter cups as soon as they come out of the oven.
How to Serve & Store
Serve these peanut butter blondies warm and gooey! Top with a little extra peanut butter for a decadent dessert.
For the ultimate dessert, serve with vegan ice cream!
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.
If needed, freeze for longer storage. Thaw before eating.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Peanut butter blondies are similar to regular blondies, but they are made with peanut butter!
I do not recommend using regular peanut butter if possible. It is a little too sweet and thick.
No! This recipe is meant to be vegan as written.
The main difference between a blondie and a brownie is that a blondie typically lacks cocoa powder, resulting in a lighter color and a richer, caramel-like flavor. Brownies have a chocolate base.
Yes, blondies are meant to be gooey and soft in the middle!
Equipment Needed
Hand Mixer: You can mix this by hand or use this small hand mixer.
Pre-Cut Parchment Paper Sheets: Line your pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
Pyrex 3 Glass Mixing Bowls: These mixing bowls are great for making peanut butter blondies.
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- Peanut Butter Cheesecake
- Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats
- Protein Peanut Butter Bars
- Peanut Butter Mug Cake
- Peanut Butter Eggs
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Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Blondies
Ingredients
- ½ cup melted coconut oil
- 1 cup coconut sugar
- ½ cup all natural creamy peanut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup almond milk
- 1 ½ cups gluten free flour, see note
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ⅔ cup dark chocolate chips
- ½ cup peanut butter cups, cut up
Instructions
- First, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line an 8 inch square pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted coconut oil and coconut sugar. Stir together.
- Then, add in the creamy peanut butter, vanilla, and almond milk. Stir together.
- Next, add in the gluten free flour and baking soda. Stir until combined.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips and cut up peanut butter cups. Reserve a few peanut butter cups for after baking. The dough will be pretty thick.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan. Smooth into an even layer.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Finally, remove from the oven. Garnish with extra peanut butter cups and chocolate chips. After cooling for 10 minutes, slice and serve!
Notes
- If desired, replace the melted coconut oil with melted vegan butter. If you are not vegan, feel free to use regular butter.
- Feel free to replace the coconut sugar with brown sugar.
- Use all natural creamy peanut butter made from only peanuts and salt.
- If you are not gluten free, all purpose flour works well too.
- The dough will be pretty thick.
- Do not bake too long. These bars really only need about 20 minutes.
- Check out all of my kitchen favorites!
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One Comment on “Peanut Butter Blondies”
So easy and incredibly delicious!