Peanut Butter Brookies for 20 Bars

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk the melted butter and coconut sugar until smooth.
3. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until the mixture looks glossy.
4. Sift in the cocoa powder, almond flour, and salt. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined.
5. Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan.
6. In a separate bowl, cream together the peanut butter and maple syrup until velvety.
7. Add the egg and mix until fully incorporated.
8. Stir in the coconut flour and baking soda until a thick, cohesive dough forms.
9. Fold in dark chocolate chips if using.
10. Dollop spoonfuls of the peanut butter dough across the top of the brownie batter.
11. Using a butter knife, gently swirl the two batters together in a figure-eight motion.
12. Bake for 40 minutes or until the edges are set but the center remains slightly fudgy.