Buckeye Brownies Recipe
Indulge in the decadent combination of rich brownies layered with creamy peanut butter and topped with a luscious chocolate ganache in these irresistible Buckeye Brownies.
- Author: Lily
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Brownies:
- 1 recipe of the best brownies ever
For the Peanut Butter Layer:
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter, room temperature
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- Prepare Brownies: Follow the directions for the best brownies ever, ensuring the pan is fully lined with parchment paper on all sides. Allow to cool completely.
- Make Peanut Butter Layer: In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter and peanut butter. Beat until well combined. Add powdered sugar, salt, and vanilla. Stir until smooth. Spread this mixture over the brownies to form an even layer.
- Create Chocolate Ganache: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat chocolate chips and heavy cream in 30-second intervals, stirring until melted. Pour the ganache over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly.
- Chill: Refrigerate the brownies until the ganache sets, at least 1 hour.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy! Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Buckeye Brownies, Brownies with Peanut Butter, Chocolate Ganache Brownies