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Buckeye Brownies

Buckeye Brownies
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Indulge in the ultimate sweet treat with these Buckeye Brownies, a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter. These brownies feature a luscious brownie base layered with a smooth peanut butter filling, all topped with a silky chocolate ganache. Perfect for any occasion, from birthday celebrations to casual get-togethers, these brownies are sure to impress anyone who takes a bite. With their chewy texture and decadent flavor, they stand out as a must-have dessert for chocolate and peanut butter lovers alike. Follow this simple recipe to create a dessert that will leave your guests asking for seconds!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • â…” cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon table salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 10 ounces dark chocolate chips
  • â…“ cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a greased 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add cocoa powder, flour, salt, eggs, and vanilla; mix until combined. Pour into the prepared pan.
  3. Bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
  4. For the peanut butter layer: Mix creamy peanut butter with melted butter; add vanilla and sifted powdered sugar until smooth.
  5. Spread the peanut butter layer over cooled brownies and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  6. To make the topping, melt dark chocolate chips with heavy cream in a saucepan over low heat. Stir until smooth.
  7. Pour the chocolate ganache over the chilled peanut butter layer and spread evenly. Refrigerate until set before cutting into squares.

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