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Buckeye Brownies

Buckeye Brownies

The Crispy Chef
These Buckeye Brownies are the ultimate chocolate and peanut butter treat! With a fudgy brownie base, a creamy peanut butter middle, and a rich chocolate ganache topping, they're the perfect dessert for any occasion. Whether you're making them for a bake sale or just indulging at home, these brownies are guaranteed to impress.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Large mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Ingredients
  

For The Brownie Base:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

For The Peanut Butter Middle:

  • 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tbsp milk as needed

For The Chocolate Topping:

  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions
 

The Brownie Base:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  • Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until fully melted.
  • Whisk in the sugar until combined and grainy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Stir in vanilla extract.
  • In a separate bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
  • Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined.
  • Stir in chocolate chips.
  • Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  • Let brownies cool completely before adding the peanut butter layer.

The Peanut Butter Layer:

  • Beat peanut butter and softened butter with an electric mixer until smooth.
  • Add powdered sugar in increments, mixing on low speed.
  • Mix in vanilla extract.
  • If the mixture is too thick, add milk one tablespoon at a time until spreadable.
  • Spread over the cooled brownie layer.
  • Refrigerate for 1 hour to set.

The Chocolate Topping:

  • Heat heavy cream in a microwave or saucepan until steaming (not boiling).
  • Pour over chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl and let sit for 2 minutes.
  • Stir until smooth, then mix in butter until glossy.
  • Pour over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting.

Notes

For best results, allow each layer to cool completely before adding the next.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Freeze brownies for up to 3 months; wrap in plastic wrap and foil before freezing.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 7gFat: 25gCholesterol: 75mgSugar: 40g
Keyword Buckeye Brownies, chocolate peanut butter dessert, Fudgy Brownies, layered brownies, peanut butter brownies
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