Best 6 Best Peanut Butter Layered Brownies Recipes

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Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with our decadent Peanut Butter Layered Brownies! These brownies are a match made in dessert heaven, featuring a rich, fudgy brownie base, a creamy peanut butter center, and a layer of luscious chocolate ganache. Each decadent layer is perfectly balanced, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a peanut butter enthusiast or a chocolate aficionado, these brownies are guaranteed to satisfy your sweet cravings. Our recipe includes step-by-step instructions, tips for achieving the perfect texture, and a guide to making the most delectable ganache. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more of these irresistible Peanut Butter Layered Brownies!

In addition to the classic Peanut Butter Layered Brownies, our article also features two additional variations that offer unique flavor profiles. For those who prefer a more intense chocolate experience, our recipe for Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies is a must-try. This version incorporates a luscious peanut butter swirl into the brownie batter, resulting in a marbled effect that is both visually stunning and incredibly delicious.

For those seeking a more decadent treat, our Peanut Butter Cheesecake Brownies are the perfect choice. These brownies combine a layer of creamy peanut butter cheesecake with a fudgy brownie base, creating a dessert that is both rich and satisfying. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of peanut butter, chocolate, and cheesecake flavors that will leave you feeling utterly blissful.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BOX BROWNIES (BUCKEYE BROWNIES) RECIPE BY TASTY



Chocolate Peanut Butter Box Brownies (Buckeye Brownies) Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: brownie mix, powdered sugar, peanut butter, butter, butter, milk chocolate chips

Provided by Nathan Ng

Categories     Desserts

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box brownie mix, with additional ingredients according to box instructions
2 cups powdered sugar
1 cup peanut butter
½ cup butter, melted
6 tablespoons butter
1 cup milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Prepare brownie mix according to box instructions.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine together the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and melted butter.
  • Distribute scoops of the peanut butter mixture on top of the brownie and flatten the mixture to achieve an even layer.
  • In a small bowl, combine the milk chocolate chips and butter. Microwave at 15-second intervals until melted, stirring after each interval.
  • Pour the chocolate mixture on top of the brownies, then evenly spread to achieve a flat, even layer.
  • Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Slice and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 40 grams

PEANUT BUTTER BROWNIES



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Joanna Gaines of Magnolia Table in Waco, Texas, developed this recipe for a layered treat that combines the best of a brownie, a candy bar and an ice cream sandwich. The fudgy texture of brownies makes a perfect base for peanut butter and a fluffy chocolate topping. You can use a different chocolate frosting or glaze for the top layer, depending on what ingredients you have on hand.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     snack, cookies and bars, finger foods, dessert

Time 45m

Yield 24 servings (1 9-by-13-inch baking pan)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Cooking spray
1 cup/225 grams unsalted butter (2 sticks)
1/3 cup/30 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups/400 grams granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups/190 grams all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 (16-ounce/455 gram) jar creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup/115 grams unsalted butter (1 stick)
10 large marshmallows (about 65 grams)
4 cups/500 grams confectioners' sugar
1/3 cup/80 milliliters whole milk
1/4 cup/25 grams unsweetened cocoa powder

Steps:

  • Prepare the brownies: Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 9-by-13-inch pan lightly with cooking spray and line it with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on the two long sides.
  • In a small saucepan, heat the butter and cocoa over low heat until the butter melts, about 5 minutes. Whisk to combine then set aside to cool, 5 minutes.
  • In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the granulated sugar, flour and salt. Add the butter mixture and beat on medium speed until well blended, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the eggs one by one, incorporating each before adding the next, then add the vanilla and mix until combined.
  • Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared pan. Bake until a tester inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Let the brownies cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • Prepare the topping: Add the peanut butter to a microwave-safe bowl and microwave until softened, about 15 seconds. Stir it well to distribute heat evenly then spread it in an even layer on top of the brownies. Freeze the brownies for at least 30 minutes.
  • Prepare the frosting: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and marshmallows over medium heat, stirring often, until both are melted and no lumps remain, about 5 minutes. Add the confectioners' sugar, milk and cocoa, and whisk until smooth, about 2 minutes.
  • Spread the frosting over the peanut butter layer and freeze for 30 minutes.
  • Remove the brownies from the pan: First, cut the brownies away from the pan edge on both short sides, then lift them out using the parchment paper handles. Cut into 24 squares. Keep refrigerated.

LAYERED PEANUT BUTTER BROWNIES



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These are brownies with layers of peanut butter and frosting that my mother used to make me as a child. Chocolate and peanut butter lovers will go crazy!

Provided by redraider

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Brownie Recipes     Chocolate Brownie Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups white sugar
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
4 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (18 ounce) jar peanut butter
½ cup butter
⅓ cup milk
10 large marshmallows
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 10x15-inch jellyroll pan.
  • Melt 1 cup butter and 1/3 cup cocoa powder together in a saucepan over low heat, stirring often, until smooth, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  • Combine white sugar, flour, and salt together in a large bowl; add chocolate mixture. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until blended, 1 to 2 minutes. Add eggs and vanilla extract; stir until combined. Pour batter into prepared jellyroll pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges begin to become crisp, about 20 minutes.
  • Warm peanut butter in microwave for about 2 minutes, stirring once. Spread over warm brownies. Chill brownies in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Heat 1/2 cup butter, milk, and marshmallows in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring often, until marshmallows are melted, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; whisk in 1/4 cup cocoa. Gradually stir confectioners' sugar into marshmallow mixture until smooth. Spread frosting over peanut butter layer of brownies. Chill in refrigerator until set, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505.2 calories, Carbohydrate 59.1 g, Cholesterol 74.1 mg, Fat 28.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 293 mg, Sugar 46.7 g

BEST PEANUT BUTTER LAYERED BROWNIES



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Do you want a rich wonderful brownie, then here it is! It has a wonderful layer of peanut butter. My family goes goo-goo over this one. I hope yours does too!

Provided by michEgan

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 20m

Yield 24 squares

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 ounces unsweetened chocolate
3/4 cup butter
2 cups sugar
3 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
3 tablespoons room temperature butter
4 ounces semisweet chocolate
1/4-1/3 cup butter
1/4 cup milk

Steps:

  • Brownie Layer.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Microwave unsweetened chocolate with 3/4 butter on high for 1 1/2 minutes.
  • Stir till chocolate is completely melted.
  • Stir granulated sugar into melted chocolate.
  • Mix in eggs and 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla; blend well.
  • Stir in flour and walnuts.
  • Spread into 13x9-inch greased pan.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes.
  • DO NOT OVER BAKE.
  • Cool.
  • Peanut butter layer:.
  • Mix peanut butter, 3 tablespoons butter, powdered sugar and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla in another bowl.
  • Blend till smooth, adding up to 1/4 cup of milk to make it a nice spreading consistency.( You may need more milk to make it spreadable, this part can be a little difficult, if the peanut butter does not spread easily, make sure you dip your spatula in water. Sometimes I even have to sprinkle alittle water on top of the peanut butter to smooth).
  • Spread over the cooled brownies.
  • Top Layer:.
  • Microwave semisweet chocolate for 1 1/2 minutes with the 1/4 cup butter.
  • Stir till smooth.
  • Spread over peanut butter layer.
  • Cool until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 10.5, Cholesterol 51, Sodium 126.6, Carbohydrate 28.9, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 20.4, Protein 6.2

PEANUT BUTTER BROWNIE BARS



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A brownie mix base makes this a simple treat that will appeal to adults and children alike. Creamy peanut butter, crunchy nuts and crisp cereal make the bars fun to bite into. -Radelle Knappenberger, Oviedo, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package fudge brownie mix (13-inch x 9-inch pan size)
12 peanut butter cups, chopped
1/2 cup salted peanuts, chopped
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1-1/4 cups creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/2 cups crisp rice cereal
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Prepare brownie batter according to package directions. Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs. , Sprinkle with peanut butter cups and peanuts. Bake 4-6 minutes longer or until chocolate is melted. Cool on a wire rack. , Meanwhile, in a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter; stir until smooth. Stir in the cereal, vanilla and salt. Carefully spread over brownies. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

THREE-LAYER PEANUT BUTTER BROWNIES RECIPE BY TASTY



Three-Layer Peanut Butter Brownies Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: nonstick cooking spray, unsalted butter, semisweet chocolate chip, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, kosher salt, large eggs, all purpose flour, dark cocoa powder, powdered sugar, peanut butter, unsalted butter, crispy rice cereal, milk chocolate chips, heavy cream, flaky sea salt

Provided by Katie Aubin

Categories     Desserts

Yield 9 brownies

Number Of Ingredients 17

nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
2 sticks unsalted butter, cubed
1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chip, divided
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
¾ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 ¼ cups all purpose flour
⅓ cup dark cocoa powder
2 cups powdered sugar
1 cup peanut butter
1 stick unsalted butter, melted
1 cup crispy rice cereal
8 oz milk chocolate chips
¾ cup heavy cream, hot
flaky sea salt, for garnish

Steps:

  • Make the brownies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 9-inch (23-cm) square baking pan with parchment paper and grease with nonstick spray.
  • Add the butter and 1 cup of the chocolate chips to a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 1½ minutes, then let sit for 3 minutes before whisking until smooth. Add the granulated and brown sugars, vanilla, and salt. Whisk to combine. Whisk in the eggs until fully incorporated.
  • Sift the flour and cocoa powder into the bowl and fold to combine with a spatula. Add the remaining ½ cup chocolate chips and fold to incorporate.
  • Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached. Let cool completely.
  • Make the peanut butter filling: In a medium bowl, use a rubber spatula to mix together the powdered sugar and peanut butter until crumbly. Add the melted butter and mix with an electric hand mixer until smooth.
  • Scoop the peanut butter filling on top of the cooled brownies and use offset spatula to spread in an even layer. Sprinkle the crispy rice cereal on top. Freeze for 30 minutes.
  • Make the chocolate ganache: Add the chocolate chips to a medium heatproof bowl. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and whisk until the chips are melted and the ganache is smooth.
  • Pour the ganache over the peanut butter filling. Use offset spatula to spread in an even layer. Garnish with flaky salt, if desired.
  • Return the brownies to the freezer until the ganache sets, about 15 minutes.
  • Cut the brownies into 9 squares.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 859 calories, Carbohydrate 114 grams, Fat 41 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 16 grams, Sugar 82 grams

Tips for Making the Best Peanut Butter Layered Brownies:

- Choose high-quality ingredients. Use real butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, and creamy peanut butter for the best flavor and texture. - Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can lead to tough, dense brownies. Mix just until the ingredients are combined. - Bake the brownies until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached. Overbaking will dry out the brownies. - Let the brownies cool completely before cutting them. This will help prevent them from crumbling. - For a richer flavor, use a dark chocolate peanut butter cup instead of a milk chocolate one. - To make the brownies even more decadent, drizzle them with melted chocolate or caramel sauce.

Conclusion:

These peanut butter layered brownies are the perfect dessert for any occasion. They're rich, fudgy, and packed with peanut butter flavor. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make these brownies at home in no time. So what are you waiting for? Give them a try today!

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