SALTY & FUDGY PEANUT BROWNIES

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Sweet, savory, creamy and crunchy play well together and this 'snack' is proof that when in proper balance, dessert can take on Zen-like qualities. So, what is the 'BEST PART' of this treat, you might ask? That's easy... the frosting has frosting! - Geoffry

Provided by Geoffry Le Cher

Categories     Chocolate

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 18

BROWNIES
1 1/2 stick butter, unsalted
7 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1 1/2 c sugar
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
4 eggs (large)
1 c ap flour
1 c roasted salted peanuts, coarsely chopped
FROSTING AND GANACHE
1 c chunky peanut butter (do not use natural/old-fashioned.)
1 stick unsalted butter, divided, room temperature
3/4 c confectioners' sugar
1/8 tsp kosher salt
1/8 tsp fresh ground nutmeg
1 Tbsp whole milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
7 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Preparation For brownies: Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 325°F. Line 13x9x2-inch class baking pan with parchment paper, leaving long overhang; butter paper. 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.
  • 2. For frosting: 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
  • 3. For ganache: 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.
  • 4. To serve: Using paper as aid, transfer brownie cake to work surface; cut into squares (using an electric knife). Bring to room temperature; serve!

Snakhokonke Surprise
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I made these brownies for a bake sale and they sold out in minutes! Everyone loved them.


Vincent Obika
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These brownies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Juliana Lamptey
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I'm not a baker, but these brownies were so easy to make. They turned out perfectly and were a huge hit with my family.


Enrique Collazo
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These brownies were easy to make and turned out great! I will definitely be making them again.


Johann
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I made these brownies for my husband's birthday and he loved them! He said they were the best brownies he's ever had.


Shawn Thomas
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These brownies were the perfect treat for my party. They were a huge hit with my guests.


lopang edward
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I loved the fudgy texture of these brownies. They were so rich and decadent. I will definitely be making these again.


Sakhawat Hossein
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These brownies were delicious! The combination of salty and sweet was perfect. I will definitely be making these again.


Ansumana A Conteh
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I'm a huge fan of Alice's recipes and these brownies did not disappoint! They were so easy to make and they turned out perfect. I will definitely be making these again.


Jay B.Cruz
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These brownies were a bit too fudgey for my taste, but my husband loved them! He said they were the best brownies he's ever had.


kathryn nicole howard hamilton
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I'm not a huge fan of peanuts, but these brownies were surprisingly delicious! The peanut flavor is subtle and it pairs really well with the chocolate.


Samkelo Mvelwa
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These brownies were a bit too salty for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of salt next time.


Mohammed Abba
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I've made these brownies a few times now and they're always a hit! They're so easy to make and the flavor is incredible. I love the salty-sweet combination.


LEGEND Hafeez
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These brownies turned out amazing! Fudgy, salty, and packed with peanut flavor. I added extra chocolate chips and they were the perfect touch.