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Buckeye Brownies

Buckeye Brownies
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Indulge in the decadent delight of Buckeye Brownies, where rich chocolate meets creamy peanut butter for a truly irresistible treat. Perfect for any occasion—be it a birthday celebration, family gathering, or simply satisfying a sweet craving—these brownies are sure to impress. With their fudgy texture and layered flavors, they provide a delightful experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Easy to make and incredibly versatile, you can serve them plain or elevate them with toppings like whipped cream or chopped nuts. Get ready to enjoy the ultimate dessert that combines the best of both worlds!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon table salt
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 10 ounces dark chocolate chips
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter and cocoa powder; whisk until smooth. Add sugar, salt, eggs, and vanilla; mix well. Gradually stir in flour.
  3. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. While cooling, mix peanut butter, melted butter, vanilla, and powdered sugar until smooth; spread over cooled brownies.
  5. Heat heavy cream in a saucepan; remove from heat and stir in dark chocolate chips until melted and glossy. Pour over peanut butter layer.
  6. Allow brownies to cool completely before cutting into squares.

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