Best 5 Make Ahead Glazed Brownies Recipes

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Indulge in the ultimate chocolatey delight with our tantalizing Make-Ahead Glazed Brownies! These delectable treats are not just any ordinary brownies; they are crafted with a rich, fudgy center, topped with a luscious glaze that adds an extra layer of sweetness and sophistication. Perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to special celebrations, these brownies are sure to be a hit. Our comprehensive guide includes two irresistible variations: Classic Glazed Brownies and Decadent Chocolate-Ganache Glazed Brownies. Whether you prefer the simplicity of a classic glaze or crave the ultimate chocolate experience, we have got you covered. So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy!

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

PEANUT BUTTER BROWNIES



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These amazing Peanut Butter Brownies start with a chewy chocolate brownie recipe topped with creamy peanut butter frosting, chocolate glaze and mini Reese's peanut butter cups.

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups light brown sugar (, packed)
1 cup salted butter (, melted)
4 large eggs
1 large egg yolk
1/3 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
dash salt
1/4 cup butter (, room temperature)
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-3 Tablespoons milk (, as needed)
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
5 Tablespoons butter
1 small bag mini Reese's chocolates (, unwrapped and chopped)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a mixing bowl add granulated and brown sugars and melted butter. Beat until well combined. Add eggs and egg yolk, beating after each addition. Add milk and vanilla extract.
  • In a separate bowl mix together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix just until combined. The batter will be thick.
  • Pour batter into a greased 9x13'' baking pan and spread into an even layer. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
  • Beat together butter, and peanut butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla and beat again until smooth. Add a little splash of milk, beating well until light and fluffy. Add more milk or powdered sugar if needed to make the frosting thicker or thinner.
  • Smooth frosting over the top of cooled brownies. Refrigerate while you make the chocolate topping.
  • Place chocolate chips and butter in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring in between, until just melted and smooth. Allow to cool for 3-4 minutes.
  • Spread evenly over the frosted brownies. Add chopped Reese's peanut butter cups on top. Return to fridge to allow the chocolate to set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 68 mg, Sodium 162 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 34 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SUPERNATURAL BROWNIES



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Fudgy in the center and cakey-crisp on the surface, these supernatural brownies from pastry chef Nick Malgieri are truly out of this world.

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 24 {2-inch|5 cm} brownies

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 sticks (½ pound) unsalted butter
8 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, roughly chopped (I use Ghirardelli bars)
4 large eggs
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled off with knife

Steps:

  • Set the rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 350°F. Line a 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan with parchment paper (bring parchment up sides of pan so there is a slight overhang) and grease with butter or nonstick cooking spray.
  • Place the butter in a medium microwave-safe bowl and melt in the microwave until bubbling. Add the chocolate and whisk until the chocolate is completely melted. The heat from the butter should be enough to melt the chocolate completely, but if not, place the chocolate-butter mixture in the microwave and heat for 20 seconds or so, then whisk again. (Alternatively, combine the butter and chocolate in a heat proof bowl and set over a pan of simmering water. Stir occasionally until melted.)
  • Whisk the eggs in a large bowl. Add the salt, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla; whisk until smooth (be sure no lumps of brown sugar remain). Whisk in the chocolate-butter mixture, then add the flour and whisk until the batter is uniform.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for about 45 minutes, until the top has formed a shiny crust and the batter is moderately firm. Cool completely in the pan on a rack. If not serving right away, wrap pan in plastic wrap and keep at room temperature or refrigerated until the next day.
  • To cut brownies, first lift them out of the pan using the parchment overhang and transfer them to a cutting board. Separate the parchment from the edges. Using a sharp knife, trim away the edges and cut the brownies into 2-in squares.
  • Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The brownies can be frozen for up to 3 months. After they are completely cooled, cut them into squares, wrap tightly in foil, and then place them in an airtight container or sealable plastic bag. Thaw overnight on the countertop before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 brownie, Calories 212, Fat 11g, Carbohydrate 27g, Protein 2g, SaturatedFat 7g, Sugar 22g, Fiber 1g, Sodium 66mg, Cholesterol 51mg

GLAZED MINI BROWNIES



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h

Yield 24 brownies

Number Of Ingredients 11

Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan
1 cup (2 sticks) salted butter
5 ounces unsweetened chocolate
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
4 ounces chopped bittersweet chocolate
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup roasted shelled pistachios, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9-by-13-inch pan with cooking spray and line with parchment paper.
  • Heat the butter together with the unsweetened chocolate in a medium saucepan over low heat, whisking occasionally, until fully melted and smooth. Sprinkle in the cocoa powder while whisking; whisk until smooth. Allow to cool for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the sugar and vanilla until just combined. Stir in the eggs one at a time. Stir in the flour until just combined. Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, distributing it evenly.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Allow the brownies to cool completely, then flip out onto a cutting board. Cut the brownies into bite-size pieces and transfer to a baking rack.
  • Put the bittersweet chocolate in a medium bowl. Heat the cream over medium-high heat until the edges begin to bubble, 2 to 3 minutes. Immediately pour the cream over the chocolate. Allow to sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
  • Spoon the ganache over the brownie pieces until completely covered. Sprinkle the top with chopped pistachios and allow to sit until the ganache has set, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a platter and serve with toothpicks.

GLAZED CHOCOLATE CHIP BROWNIES



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Shortly after we married, my husband asked if I would bake up a pan of brownies for him to take to work. I said, "Sure-I have the best recipe." He liked to cook, too, and said hehad the best recipe. To settle the matter, we each baked a batch and let his co-workers decide. My recipe won!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2/3 cup butter, melted and cooled
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups sugar
1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup baking cocoa
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup water
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
GLAZE:
3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup 2% milk
1-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the butter, eggs and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients; add to butter mixture. Stir in water and chocolate chips until blended. , Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until brownies pull away from the sides of the pan. Cool on a wire rack., For glaze, in a microwave, melt the chips and butter with milk; stir until smooth. Whisk in the confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth. Refrigerate for 20 minutes or until mixture reaches a spreading consistency; frost brownies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 60mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GLAZED BROWNIES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 2h40m

Yield 24 brownies

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
10 ounces finely chopped semi-sweet chocolate
2 ounces finely chopped unsweetened chocolate
1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick), plus for buttering the paper
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
6 ounces finely chopped semi-sweet chocolate
1/2 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Line a 13 by 9 by 2-inch-baking pan with parchment or wax paper, so that the edges of the paper come up the sides. Lightly butter the paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • Combine the semi-sweet and unsweetened chocolates and the butter in a heatproof medium bowl. Fill a medium saucepan with a couple inches of water and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Turn off the heat. Set the bowl on the pan, over the heated water, to melt the chocolate gently. Whisk until smooth.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Stir the chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until evenly blended. Add the dry ingredients and mix just until blended. Take care not to over mix the batter. Transfer the batter to the prepared pan.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center of the brownies comes out coated with a fudge-y crumb, about 25 to 30 minutes. Cool the brownies in the pan on a rack. To make the glaze, put the semi-sweet chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl. In a small saucepan, boil the heavy cream, and pour it over the chocolate. Let stand for 5 minutes, then stir until melted and smooth. Spread the glaze evenly over the brownies and let set at room temperature.
  • Lift the edges of the paper to take the brownies out of the pan. Cut the brownies into 24 squares. Serve.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before starting, ensure all ingredients are measured and prepped, including melted butter and eggs at room temperature.
  • Use a Quality Cocoa Powder: High-quality cocoa powder makes a significant difference in the brownies' flavor. Opt for a Dutch-processed cocoa powder for a richer, darker flavor.
  • Don't Overmix: Overmixing the batter can result in tough brownies. Mix until the ingredients are just combined.
  • Chill the Batter: Chilling the batter for at least 30 minutes before baking helps the flavors meld and results in a fudgier texture.
  • Bake at the Right Temperature: Properly preheating the oven and baking the brownies at the correct temperature ensures even cooking and prevents over or underbaking.
  • Glaze the Brownies While Warm: While the brownies are still warm from the oven, drizzle them with the glaze. This allows the glaze to soak into the brownies and create a glossy finish.

Conclusion:

These make-ahead glazed brownies are the perfect dessert for busy individuals or those who want to prepare treats in advance. With their rich chocolate flavor, fudgy texture, and shiny glaze, these brownies are sure to satisfy any sweet craving. The tips provided in this recipe ensure successful baking, whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting. Remember to use high-quality ingredients, mix the batter properly, chill it before baking, and glaze the brownies while they're still warm. These brownies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months, making them an excellent option for meal prepping or last-minute dessert needs. Indulge in these decadent glazed brownies and enjoy the perfect balance of sweetness and chocolatey goodness.

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