Best 8 Frosted Peanut Butter Brownies Recipes

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Indulge your sweet tooth with our delectable Frosted Peanut Butter Brownies, a harmonious blend of classic flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These brownies are a chocolate lover's dream, featuring a rich, fudgy texture that melts in your mouth. The addition of creamy peanut butter frosting elevates this dessert to new heights, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Ready to embark on a culinary journey? Our article presents a collection of mouthwatering recipes that are sure to impress even the most discerning palate. From the classic Frosted Peanut Butter Brownies to irresistible variations such as Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies, Peanut Butter Cheesecake Brownies, and Peanut Butter Brownies with Salted Caramel Sauce, we've got something for everyone.

Our recipes are meticulously crafted to ensure that each bite is an explosion of flavor. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, we guide you through the process of creating these delectable treats with ease. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our recipes are designed to make your baking experience enjoyable and successful.

So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to embark on a baking adventure that will leave you with a tray of heavenly Frosted Peanut Butter Brownies and a repertoire of irresistible peanut butter brownie recipes that will become your go-to desserts for any occasion. Let's get baking!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

BROWNIES WITH PEANUT BUTTER FROSTING



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Super Rich & Decadent Chocolate Brownies with Peanut Butter Frosting. The BEST brownie you will ever have!

Provided by Kelley Simmons

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 18

10 tablespoons unsalted butter (cubed)
¾ cup granulated sugar
½ cup light brown sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
½ teaspoon baking powder
2 large eggs (cold)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
⅔ cup all purpose flour
½ cup chocolate chunks or chocolate chips
walnuts (if desired)
1/2 cup 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 1/4 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup semi sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9 x 9 or 8 x 8 pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Lightly spray with cooking spray or grease with butter. Set aside.Add butter to a medium saucepan and cook over medium heat until light brown / caramel in color. 5-10 minutes. Make sure to keep and eye on it so butter does not burn. It also helps to use a light colored saucepan for this.
  • Pour browned butter into a large bowl along with both sugars, cocoa powder, salt, instant coffee granules and baking powder. Stir until combined and allow to rest for 5 minutes or until the mixture has cooled down.
  • Stir in the eggs and vanilla and mix until batter has a nice sheen to it.
  • Fold in the flour and chocolate chunks or chips and stir until combined. (Do not over mix)
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is set and a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool completely and lift out the aluminum foil or parchment paper.Frost with peanut butter frosting and drizzle with melted chocolate.
  • Cut into 9 brownies and serve.
  • In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment cream butter and peanut butter until light and fluffy, 2-3 minutes.
  • Add in powdered sugar, milk and vanilla and mix until smooth and lump free.
  • Set aside until you are ready to frost your brownies.
  • Melt chocolate in a small saucepan or in the microwave in 15 second intervals until melted.Pour the chocolate into a small ziplock bag and cut a small snip in the corner off of the bag.Set aside until you are ready to drizzle your brownies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 707 kcal, Carbohydrate 84 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 40 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Sodium 349 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 68 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEWY PEANUT BUTTER BROWNIES



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These brownies have been a favorite in my family since I was a small child. Because they're so popular, I usually double the recipe. Great with chocolate frosting!

Provided by Jo

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Brownie Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup peanut butter
⅓ cup margarine, softened
⅔ cup white sugar
½ cup packed brown sugar
2 egg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C ). Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan.
  • In a medium bowl, cream together peanut butter and margarine. Gradually blend in the brown sugar, white sugar, eggs, and vanilla; mix until fluffy. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt; stir into the peanut butter mixture until well blended.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in preheated oven, or until the top springs back when touched. Cool, and cut into 16 squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.1 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 158.5 mg, Sugar 15.9 g

FROSTED PEANUT BUTTER BROWNIES



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These take a litte effort but my DD is a peanut butter lover and these are her favorite brownies. Got this from Southern Living.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h5m

Yield 72 brownies

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups butter or 1 1/2 cups margarine, divided
1/3 cup cocoa
2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 (18 ounce) jar chunky peanut butter
1/3 cup milk
10 large marshmallows
1/4 cup cocoa
1 (16 ounce) box powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Cook 1 cup butter and 1/3 cup cocoa in a saucepan over low heat until butter melts, stirring often.
  • Remove from heat, and cool slightly.
  • Combine sugar, flour, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  • Add chocolate mixture, and beat at medium speed with an electric mixer until blended.
  • Add eggs and vanilla, beating until blended.
  • Spread mixture into a greased 15x10 jellyroll pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Remove lid from peanut butter jar; microwave peanut butter at MEDIUM (50% power) 2 minutes, stirring once.
  • Spread over warm brownies.
  • Chill 30 minutes.
  • Cook remaining 1/2 c.
  • butter, milk, and marshmallows in a large saucepan over medium heat, stirring often, until marshmallows melt.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Whisk in 1/4 cup cocoa; gradually stir in powdered sugar until smooth.
  • Spread over peanut butter, and chill 20 minutes.
  • Cut into squares.

FUDGY BROWNIES WITH PEANUT BUTTER PUDDING FROSTING



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These rich peanut butter fudge brownies are topped with a peanut butter pudding frosting, making this a recipe the whole family will love. These are perfect for a potluck, bake sale or yummy after-dinner treat. -Amy Crook, Syracuse, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package fudge brownie mix (13x9-inch pan size)
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 to 3 tablespoons peanut butter
2 tablespoons cold 2% milk
4-1/2 teaspoons instant vanilla pudding mix
1 can (16 ounces) chocolate fudge frosting

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake brownies according to package directions. Cool on a wire rack., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat the confectioners' sugar, butter, peanut butter, milk and pudding mix until smooth. Spread over brownies. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm. Frost with chocolate frosting just before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PEANUT BUTTER FROSTING FOR BROWNIES



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Make and share this Peanut Butter Frosting for Brownies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KarsynnsMom

Categories     Dessert

Time 6m

Yield 1 Batch of Icing, 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, softened
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
2 cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoons milk

Steps:

  • Prepare brownies according to box or brownie recipe, and let cool completely.
  • Mix icing ingredients together with an electric mixer until well creamed together.
  • Spread on brownies, or whatever dessert you like!

PEANUT BUTTER BROWNIES



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Brownies won't get any better than this peanut butter and chocolate combo frosted with even more peanut butter. Yum!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box (16 oz) Betty Crocker™ Supreme original brownie mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on brownie mix box for cakelike brownies
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1 egg
3/4 cup Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting (from 16-oz container)
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1 to 2 teaspoons milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F. Grease bottom of 9-inch square pan with shortening or cooking spray. Make brownie batter as directed on box for cakelike brownies. In small bowl, reserve 1/2 cup of the brownie batter; set aside. Spread remaining batter in pan.
  • In small bowl, mix brown sugar, 1/4 cup peanut butter and 1 egg. Spoon peanut butter mixture by tablespoonfuls evenly onto brownie batter. Top with random tablespoonfuls of reserved brownie batter. Cut through batter several times with knife for marbled design.
  • Bake 35 to 38 minutes or until toothpick inserted 2 inches from side of pan comes out almost clean. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 1 1/2 hours.
  • In small bowl, mix Peanut Butter Frosting ingredients, until smooth and spreadable. Spread frosting over brownies. Cut into 5 rows by 4 rows. Store tightly covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Brownie, Sodium 130 mg, Sugar 22 g, TransFat 0 g

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.

BUTTERMILK BROWNIES WITH PEANUT BUTTER FROSTING RECIPE



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These classic Buttermilk Brownies are rich and fudgy and topped with a creamy peanut butter frosting (my favorite combination!). This recipe is perfect for a party because it makes an entire sheet pan of brownies.

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Dessert

Time 33m

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups flour
2 cups sugar
½ cup butter
½ cup shortening
1 cup water
¼ cup cocoa
½ cup buttermilk
2 eggs
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla
8 ounces cream cheese (1 package, softened)
½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
4 cups powdered sugar
⅔ cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup chocolate chips (melted)
½ cup Reese's pieces

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and the sugar. Set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine butter, shortening, water, and cocoa. Stir and heat to boiling.
  • Pour boiling mixture over the flour and sugar in the bowl.
  • Add the buttermilk, eggs, baking soda, and vanilla to the mixing bowl. Mix well using a wooden spoon or high speed on an electric mixer.
  • Pour into a well-greased baking sheet (17.5" x 11") pan.
  • Bake at 400 degrees for 15-18 minutes or until brownies test done in center.
  • To make the frosting, mix cream cheese and butter together with a mixer until completely incorporated. Add in powdered sugar and peanut butter and mix well. If it's too thick, thin it out with a little bit of milk. If it's too thin, add some more powdered sugar.
  • Spread frosting on cooled brownies.
  • If desired, drizzle melted chocolate chips over frosting and sprinkle Reese's pieces candies on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 172 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 40 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your brownies. Use real butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, and pure vanilla extract.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the brownies tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the brownies at the right temperature. The ideal temperature for baking brownies is 350 degrees Fahrenheit. If you bake them at a higher temperature, they will be dry and overcooked. If you bake them at a lower temperature, they will be undercooked and gooey.
  • Let the brownies cool completely before frosting them. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Use a generous amount of frosting. Don't be shy with the frosting! A thick layer of frosting will make your brownies even more delicious.

Conclusion:

Frosted peanut butter brownies are a classic dessert that is always a hit. They are rich, chocolatey, and peanut buttery, with a creamy frosting that takes them over the top. These brownies are perfect for any occasion, from birthday parties to potlucks. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy dessert, give these frosted peanut butter brownies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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