Decadent 3-Layer Buckeye Brownies (Fudgy Chocolate Base, Creamy Peanut Butter Filling & Ganache)
You will make the best Buckeye Brownies with this simple recipe. These layered brownie bars combine a fudgy chocolate base, a creamy peanut butter layer, and a smooth chocolate ganache topping. This Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert is a crowd pleaser perfect for parties or satisfying any sweet craving.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 35 min
- Total Time: 55 min
- Yield: 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (18.3 ounces) fudge brownie mix (plus ingredients listed on box for brownies)
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons shortening or coconut oil
Instructions
- Prepare the brownie mix according to package directions for a 9×13 inch pan. Bake the brownies until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs attached, not wet batter. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan.
- While the brownies cool, prepare the peanut butter layer. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and peanut butter together until smooth.
- Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, mixing until combined. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt. The mixture will be thick.
- Once the brownies are completely cool, spread the peanut butter mixture evenly over the top of the cooled brownie layer.
- Prepare the chocolate ganache topping. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and shortening (or coconut oil). Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the peanut butter layer. Spread quickly and evenly to cover the entire surface.
- Chill the Buckeye Brownies in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until the chocolate topping is firm.
- Cut the chilled brownies into squares before serving.
Notes
- For a thicker, fudgier brownie, consider using only three-quarters of the water or milk called for on the box mix instructions.
- If you want to make these Lazy Buckeye Brownies, you can use a store-bought fudgy brownie instead of baking from scratch.
- Allow the chocolate topping to set at room temperature for about 15 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg