Follow these easy steps to make your 4th July Peanut Butter Brownies:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix Peanut Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and granulated sugar. Stir until smooth and creamy.
3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture, stirring until just combined.
6. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips for added flavor.
7. Pour Batter: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
9. Cool: Remove from the oven and let the brownies cool in the pan for about 15-20 minutes.
10. Cut and Decorate: Once cooled, cut into squares and top with red and blue sprinkles for a festive touch.

These steps will guide you in creating these incredible brownies with ease!