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Buckeye Brownies

These rich and fudgy brownies are topped with a creamy peanut butter layer and a smooth chocolate ganache, inspired by the classic Buckeye candy.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Peanut Butter Topping
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Ganache
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Method
 

Prepare the Brownie Base
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
  5. Sift in the flour and cocoa powder, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Make the Peanut Butter Topping
  1. In a medium bowl, mix together the peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Spread the peanut butter mixture evenly over the baked brownies once cooled.
Prepare the Chocolate Ganache
  1. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
  2. Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips, stirring until melted and smooth.
  3. Pour the chocolate ganache over the peanut butter layer, spreading it evenly.
Chill and Serve
  1. Refrigerate the brownies for at least 1 hour to allow the ganache to set.
  2. Cut into squares and serve cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 22g

Notes

For an extra touch, sprinkle some sea salt on top of the ganache before it sets.

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