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Indulge in the Ultimate Chocolate Peanut Butter Ruckus Delight

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Learn how to make delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Ruckus. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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The key to this dish lies in selecting the right ingredients, especially the peanut butter and chocolate. I’ve found that using natural peanut butter with no added sugar gives a beautiful, authentic nuttiness, while a good-quality dark chocolate brings balance without overwhelming sweetness. Growing up in England, my mum always emphasized fresh, simple ingredients, and that wisdom has stuck with me here in sunny San Diego.

  • 1 cup natural creamy peanut butter (no added sugar or salt)
  • 3/4 cup dark chocolate chips (60-70% cocoa)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (omit if peanut butter is salted)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer or vigorous hand whisking.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well until fully incorporated. This step is crucial for a tender crumb, so don’t rush it.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined. Overmixing can make the texture tough, so stop once you see no streaks of flour.
  6. Fold in the peanut butter until evenly distributed—this is where the magic starts to happen!
  7. Pour half the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle half the chocolate chips on top.
  8. Pour the remaining batter over the chocolate chips, then sprinkle the rest of the chocolate chips on top—this layering gives you that delightful ruckus effect.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
  10. Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares. This step is key for neat slices and helps the gooey center set.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

Find it online: https://artofeasycooking.com/chocolate-peanut-butter-ruckus/