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Buckeye Brownies (Fudgy Brownies with Peanut Butter Filling) Recipe

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Indulge in these decadent Buckeye Brownies featuring a fudgy chocolate base layered with a creamy peanut butter filling and topped with a luscious chocolate ganache. Perfectly balanced and rich in flavor, these brownies combine the best of both worlds for peanut butter and chocolate lovers.

Ingredients

For the Brownies:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

For the Peanut Butter Filling:

  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3 cups powdered sugar

For the Ganache:

  • 1 ½ cups dark chocolate chips
  • 6 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 13×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Melt Butter and Chocolate: In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and 2 cups granulated sugar until the chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add 4 eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract to combine.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: Add ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 cup all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon baking powder. Stir with big strokes just until combined and no dry ingredients remain visible.
  5. Bake the Brownie Base: Pour the batter into the prepared 13×9-inch baking dish and bake for 23-25 minutes, until the edges are set but center is still slightly soft.
  6. Prepare Peanut Butter Filling: While brownies bake, combine ¾ cup melted unsalted butter, 1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 3 cups powdered sugar in a mixing bowl. Beat until smooth and fully combined.
  7. Add Peanut Butter Layer: Remove the baked brownies from the oven. While still warm, gently drop spoonfuls of the peanut butter filling evenly across the surface and use your fingertips to spread until the brownies are completely covered.
  8. Make Ganache: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 ½ cups dark chocolate chips with 6 tablespoons heavy whipping cream. Heat for 1 minute, then stir until smooth and glossy.
  9. Top Brownies with Ganache: Pour the ganache evenly over the peanut butter layer and spread to cover completely.
  10. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the brownies for at least 2 hours to set the layers. Cut into bars while chilled and serve.

Notes

  • Peanut butter: Regular creamy peanut butter works best to achieve the ideal texture and flavor balance.
  • Storage: Keep brownies chilled in an airtight container for optimal freshness. They can be stored up to 5 days in the refrigerator or frozen up to 3 months.
  • For tips, substitutions, and tricks, refer to the blog post linked in the original recipe source.

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