Ingredients
– 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– 4 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
– 1 cup REESE’S Peanut Butter Cups, chopped
– 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (for topping)
Equipment Needed
– 9×13 inch baking pan
– Mixing bowls
– Whisk
– Rubber spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Knife (for chopping the REESE’S cups)
– Parchment paper (optional, for easy removal)
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, let’s start by preheating our oven to 350°F (175°C). While it warms up, I gather all my ingredients, which is essential for smooth sailing in the kitchen. I love to melt my butter in the microwave—just a minute or so does the trick. Next, I whisk the melted butter and sugar together in a large bowl until it’s nice and smooth. Then, I add in the eggs one by one, followed by the vanilla extract. Mixing it all together, the aroma of the vanilla combines beautifully with the sweetness of the sugar. This is where my excitement builds! (See the next page below to continue steps…)