PEANUT BUTTER AND FUDGE BROWNIES WITH SALTED PEANUTS

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Provided by Dorie Greenspan

Categories     Milk/Cream     Mixer     Chocolate     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Super Bowl     Kid-Friendly     Peanut     Chill     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 30 brownies

Number Of Ingredients 19

Brownies
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter
7 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, chopped
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs
1 cup all purpose flour
1 cup roasted salted peanuts, coarsely chopped
Frosting and ganache
1 cup chunky peanut butter (do not use natural or old-fashioned)
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, divided, room temperature
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
7 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, chopped

Steps:

  • For brownies:
  • Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 325°F. Line 13x9x2-inch metal baking pan with foil, leaving long overhang; butter foil.
  • Place 3/4 cup butter in heavy large saucepan. Add both chocolates; stir over low heat until smooth. Remove from heat. Whisk in sugar, vanilla, and salt, then eggs, 1 at a time. Fold in flour, then nuts. Spread in prepared pan. Bake until tester inserted into center comes out with moist crumbs attached, about 30 minutes. Place pan on rack; cool.
  • For frosting and ganache:
  • Using electric mixer, beat peanut butter and 1/4 cup butter in medium bowl to blend. Beat in powdered sugar, salt, and nutmeg, then milk and vanilla. Spread frosting over brownies.
  • Stir chocolate and 1/4 cup butter in heavy small saucepan over low heat until smooth. Drop ganache all over frosting; spread to cover. Chill until set, about 1 1/2 hours. Do ahead Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and keep chilled.
  • Using foil as aid, transfer brownie cake to work surface; cut into squares. Bring to room temperature; serve.

Maiya Robinson
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Overall, these brownies are a delicious and decadent treat that are perfect for any occasion.


Mr. Shorif Islam
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These brownies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so delicious and decadent, you'll forget all about the time you spent making them.


Blossoms
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I've never been a big fan of peanut butter brownies, but these ones changed my mind. They're so rich and fudgy, with the perfect amount of peanut butter flavor.


Sk Ripon
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These brownies are so decadent and delicious, they're perfect for any occasion.


Md Babol
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I love the salted peanuts on top of these brownies. They add a nice touch of crunch and saltiness that really balances out the sweetness of the brownies.


Praise Ekong
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These brownies are easy to make and always turn out perfectly. I've made them for parties, potlucks, and just for my family, and they're always a hit.


Syanda Shezi
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I wasn't sure how the peanut butter and fudge would go together, but I was pleasantly surprised! These brownies are delicious and have the perfect balance of flavors.


Jesan Jasan
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These brownies are so rich and fudgy, they're almost like a cross between a brownie and a fudge. I love the addition of peanut butter and salted peanuts.


amanda daka
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I love the combination of peanut butter and fudge in these brownies. They're so decadent and delicious.


Noemí Fervenza Rosales
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I've made these brownies twice now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're easy to make and always come out perfectly.


Luke Schroeder
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These brownies were a hit at my last party! They're so rich and fudgy, with the perfect amount of peanut butter flavor. The salted peanuts on top add a nice touch of crunch and saltiness.


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