Triple Chocolate Chunk Peanut Butter Brownies

Triple Chocolate Chunk Peanut Butter Brownies
205 min.
16
347kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these decadent Triple Chocolate Chunk Peanut Butter Brownies, a dessert that promises to be the star of any gathering! Imagine sinking your teeth into a rich, fudgy brownie base, enhanced by the delightful surprise of melted Reese's peanut butter cups nestled on top. This recipe combines the best of both worlds: the intense chocolate flavor from the brownie mix and the creamy, nutty goodness of peanut butter, creating a symphony of taste that will leave you craving more.

Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or simply a cozy night in, these brownies are not just a treat; they are an experience. The addition of miniature marshmallows, chopped cocktail peanuts, and M&M's® minis adds a playful crunch and a burst of color, making each bite a delightful adventure. With a preparation time of just over three hours, including cooling and chilling, you’ll find that the wait is well worth it. Each serving is a generous slice of chocolatey bliss, clocking in at 347 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence for dessert lovers.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your friends and family with these irresistible Triple Chocolate Chunk Peanut Butter Brownies. They are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 17.8 oz brownie mix chunk
  • serving vegetable oil for on brownie mix box
  • 16  peanut butter cups 
  • 0.3 cup butter softened
  • tablespoons peanut butter 
  • 1.5 cups powdered sugar 
  • tablespoons milk 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla 
  • 0.5 cup marshmallows miniature
  • 0.3 cup fruit cocktail chopped
  • 0.3 cup m&m candies 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Line 9-inch square pan with foil, allowing some to hang over edges of pan. Grease bottom and sides of foil with shortening or cooking spray. Make and bake brownies as directed on box. Top hot brownies evenly with peanut butter cup candies, 4 rows by 4 rows; press down slightly. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 1 1/2 hours. If necessary, refrigerate 30 minutes, until peanut butter cups are firm.
  2. In large bowl, beat butter, peanut butter, powdered sugar, milk and vanilla with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
  3. Spread evenly over brownies.
  4. Top with marshmallows, peanuts and chocolate candies; press down slightly. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Using foil to lift, remove brownies from pan, and peel foil away.
  5. Cut into 4 rows by 4 rows. Cover and refrigerate any remaining brownies.

Nutrition Facts

Calories347kcal
Protein4.58%
Fat37.83%
Carbs57.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.59
Glycemic Load
1.24
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.2899999916553%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:346.59kcal
17.33%
Fat:14.85g
22.85%
Saturated Fat:5.46g
34.14%
Carbohydrates:50.88g
16.96%
Net Carbohydrates:50g
18.18%
Sugar:39.3g
43.67%
Cholesterol:9.52mg
3.17%
Sodium:189.62mg
8.24%
Alcohol:0.04g
100%
Alcohol %:0.07%
100%
Protein:4.05g
8.09%
Iron:1.21mg
6.7%
Vitamin B3:1.05mg
5.27%
Phosphorus:37.58mg
3.76%
Magnesium:14.51mg
3.63%
Fiber:0.88g
3.51%
Copper:0.06mg
2.76%
Folate:10.49µg
2.62%
Vitamin E:0.39mg
2.58%
Vitamin A:121.39IU
2.43%
Calcium:22.9mg
2.29%
Potassium:78.23mg
2.24%
Vitamin K:2.34µg
2.23%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.14%
Zinc:0.29mg
1.9%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.88%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.74%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.49%
Vitamin B5:0.14mg
1.41%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.01%