Description
Chocolate lovers rejoice with these irresistible Buckeye Brownies, combining rich fudgy layers and creamy peanut butter magic. Rich chocolate and smooth peanut butter create a delectable Ohio-inspired dessert you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup (90g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
Dry Ingredients:
- ½ cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup (65g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups (180g) powdered sugar
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 5 tablespoons (70g) unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons (43g) unsalted butter
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by lining an 8-inch square pan with foil or parchment, ensuring edges hang over for easy extraction. Lightly coat with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Create a rich brownie base by whisking melted butter and sugar until thoroughly combined. Incorporate eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until the mixture achieves a silky consistency.
- Gently fold cocoa powder, flour, and salt into the wet ingredients, stirring minimally to maintain a tender texture.
- Transfer the brownie batter into the prepared pan, distributing evenly with a spatula to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for approximately 25 minutes. The brownies are ready when a toothpick emerges with a few moist crumbs. Allow to cool completely at room temperature.
- Craft the peanut butter layer by melting peanut butter and butter in the microwave, stirring between brief heating intervals until smooth and integrated.
- Enhance the peanut butter mixture with vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, stirring to distribute flavors evenly.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar into the peanut butter base, mixing thoroughly. If the mixture becomes too stiff, knead with hands to create a cohesive layer.
- Carefully spread the peanut butter mixture over the cooled brownie base, creating an even, smooth surface.
- Prepare the chocolate topping by melting chocolate chips and butter in the microwave, using 50% power and stirring between short intervals to prevent burning.
- Pour the glossy chocolate layer over the peanut butter, tilting the pan to ensure complete and even coverage.
- Chill the assembled dessert in the refrigerator for approximately 45 minutes, allowing the chocolate to set completely and flavors to meld.
- Remove from the refrigerator and use the parchment overhang to lift the entire dessert from the pan. Slice into precise squares, revealing the beautiful layers.
Notes
- Ensure brownies are completely cool before adding peanut butter layer to prevent melting and maintain distinct layers.
- Use room temperature eggs for better batter integration and smoother texture.
- Sifting dry ingredients prevents clumping and creates a more uniform brownie base.
- For gluten-free option, swap all-purpose flour with almond or gluten-free blend, maintaining same measurement.
- Opt for natural peanut butter with
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg