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Delicious homemade Buckeye Brownies topped with creamy peanut butter

Buckeye Brownies

A magical dessert combining rich chocolate brownies with creamy peanut butter for a heavenly experience.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Brownie Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter 2 sticks
  • 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Peanut Butter Layer
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
Topping
  • 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, for topping
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and bittersweet chocolate together over low heat, stirring until smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the granulated sugar, mixing well.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Fold in the flour and salt until just combined.
  6. Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan, smoothing it evenly.
Peanut Butter Layer
  1. In a separate bowl, combine peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
  2. Spread the peanut butter mixture over the brownie batter in the pan.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Top with the remaining brownie batter, spreading it gently over the peanut butter layer.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
Topping and Serving
  1. For the topping, melt the semi-sweet chocolate and vegetable oil together until smooth.
  2. Pour the melted chocolate over the cooled brownies and spread evenly.
  3. Let the brownies cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

Consider serving warm, drizzled with warm peanut butter or paired with vanilla ice cream. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 5–7 days or freeze for up to three months.