Description

These Buckeye Brownies are a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter. With simple ingredients and an easy preparation method, they are perfect for any occasion, promising a soft, fudgy treat that will please everyone.

Ingredients

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6 oz semisweet chocolate (1 cup)
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). Prepare a 9×9-inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper and lightly greasing it.
Melt 6 oz of semisweet chocolate and ½ cup of salted butter together until smooth.
In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, granulated sugar, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Mix in the melted chocolate mixture.
Add the flour, cocoa powder, and ¼ teaspoon of sea salt to the wet ingredients, and stir until well combined.
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes.
While the brownies cool, prepare the peanut butter layer. In another bowl, combine ¾ cup of creamy peanut butter, ¼ cup of softened salted butter, ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract, and ¼ teaspoon of sea salt. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar and enough milk to achieve a smooth consistency.
Spread the peanut butter mixture over the cooled brownies.
Melt 1 cup of semisweet chocolate with ½ cup of heavy cream until smooth to create the chocolate ganache.
Pour the ganache over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly.
Refrigerate for 2 hours to set before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

Ensure the brownies are completely cool before adding the peanut butter layer for best texture.
For a richer chocolate flavor, you can add chocolate chips to the brownie batter.
Adjust the milk in the peanut butter layer for desired spreadability.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie
Calories: 250
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 30mg