Description

These Buckeye Brownies are a delightful combination of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet snack, this easy recipe brings together simple ingredients to create a mouthwatering treat that’s sure to please any sweet tooth.

Ingredients

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6 oz semisweet chocolate
½ cup salted butter
2 large eggs
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
¾ cup creamy peanut butter
¼ cup salted butter (softened)
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
1 ½ cups powdered sugar
1–2 tablespoons whole milk (room temperature)
½ cup heavy cream
1 cup semisweet chocolate (6 ounces)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
Line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
Melt 6 oz of semisweet chocolate and ½ cup salted butter together in a saucepan or microwave, stirring until smooth.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, ¾ cup granulated sugar, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract until well combined.
Mix the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until smooth.
In another bowl, combine ¾ cup all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, and ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before making the peanut butter filling.
For the filling, beat together ¾ cup creamy peanut butter, ¼ cup softened salted butter, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, and ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt until smooth.
Gradually add in 1 ½ cups powdered sugar and 1-2 tablespoons of milk until you reach a creamy consistency.
Spread the peanut butter filling evenly over the cooled brownies.
To make the chocolate ganache, heat ½ cup heavy cream until it just starts to simmer, remove from heat, and stir in 1 cup of semisweet chocolate until melted and smooth.
Pour the ganache over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly. Allow to set before cutting into squares.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
For best results, let the brownies cool completely before adding the peanut butter layer.
Adjust the amount of milk in the filling for desired consistency.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie
Calories: 280
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 190mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 45mg