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buckeye brownies recipe Peanut Butter Fudge Swirl
- Total Time: 260 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This buckeye brownies recipe with peanut butter fudge swirl is a family-favorite dessert, combining a fudgy brownie base with a creamy peanut butter layer and a smooth chocolate topping. It’s an easy yet satisfying treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour (for structure in your brownies)
- 0.75 cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder (for deep chocolate flavor)
- 1.5 cups (300g) granulated sugar (for sweetness and moistness)
- 0.5 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted (adds richness and a fudgy texture)
- 2 large eggs (act as a binder and aid in leavening)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (enhances the chocolate flavor)
- 0.5 tsp salt (balances the sweetness)
- 1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter (the star, or use natural for a less sweet flavor)
- 0.5 cup (55g) powdered sugar (to sweeten and thicken the filling)
- 0.25 cup (56g) unsalted butter, softened (ensures a creamy texture)
- 2 Tbsp milk (full-fat or dairy-free for smooth consistency, or heavy cream for extra richness)
- 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips (for a rich chocolate coating)
- 2 Tbsp (28g) unsalted butter (provides a glossy, melt-in-your-mouth topping)
Instructions
- Prepare Brownie Base: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a bowl until combined. In a separate bowl, melt butter, then whisk in sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth and lightened in color. Combine wet and dry ingredients just until no streaks of flour remain, but do not overmix. Pour the batter into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted near the edge comes out with moist crumbs, but the center is still slightly fudgy. Let cool completely.
- Make Peanut Butter Layer: In a medium bowl, beat softened butter, creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and milk until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Spread this layer evenly over the completely cooled brownie base.
- Create Fudge Swirl Topping: In a microwave-safe bowl, gently melt semi-sweet chocolate chips and butter in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and glossy. Pour and spread this chocolate fudge topping evenly over the peanut butter layer.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the buckeye brownies for at least 1-2 hours, or until the fudge topping is firm to the touch. Once firm, use parchment paper overhang to lift the brownies from the pan and cut into neat squares.
Notes
If brownies appear dry, they might be overbaked; reduce baking time slightly next time. To save time, melt butter for the brownie base and chocolate topping in the microwave. Line your 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides, to easily lift the brownies from the pan for clean cutting. For a gluten-free version, use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend for the brownie base. To reduce sugar slightly, use unsweetened cocoa powder and decrease granulated sugar in the brownie base by 0.25 cup.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 380 calories
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: buckeye brownies, peanut butter fudge, chocolate, peanut butter, fudgy, easy dessert, family favorite, baking, sweet treat
