Brownies with Peanut Butter Fudge Frosting
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Everyone loves the classic, rich taste of peanut butter and chocolate. These easy and rich Brownies with Peanut Butter Fudge Frosting. So gooood! YUMMY. It obviously includes the classic and beloved pairing of peanut butter and chocolate. Who doesn’t love that? This thick, creamy treat is sure to become a family favorite in no time, not to mention all the requests you will have to bring it to every gathering you attend.
I love peanut butter! In addition to these Brownies with Peanut Butter Fudge Frosting, my favorites brownies are Peanut Butter Buckeye Brownies and Truffle Peanut Butter Brownies. A MUST TRY!
If you haven’t already tried this recipe, now is the time, and even if you have, check out these easy brownies with peanut butter fudge frosting for beginners and learn how to make it even better!
These brownies are perfect for holidays or when you are visiting relatives. I am warning you now, these family friendly brownies with peanut butter fudge frosting will not last long after you have made them, and they will be requested again, and again!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
There is nothing fancy about this recipe, meaning you can easily get all the ingredients to make this soon-to-be family favorite. In addition, this simple brownies with peanut butter fudge frosting meal is simple to make and hard to mess up. The following are some additional reasons you will love it:
- It can be altered for a healthy brownies with peanut butter fudge frosting version using lowfat or low-sugar ingredients.
- You can make more than you will eat and save and store for future occasions.
- It pairs well with virtually any meal, from rich savory dishes to lighter meals.
- There are ways to substitute peanut butter if that is a problem allergy or preference wise.
- It looks difficult but is actually easy to make, which can make it an impressive dish to take to gatherings.
Ingredients Needed To Make Brownies with Peanut Butter Fudge Frosting:
1 Box brownie mix
1 C. Peanut butter chips
½ C. Butter unsalted
1 Can sweetened condensed milk
Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
The ingredients for this quick brownies with peanut butter fudge frosting recipe is pretty straight forward. However, if you do have issues with any of the ingredients, there is usually a good substitution available, such as outlined below:
Peanut Butter Chips: Use almond bark and peanut butter if you don’t have peanut butter chips. If it’s a taste or allergy issue, you can instead use chocolate chips (though the taste will be different) but the texture will be similar. You can also use seed butter spreads.
Sweetened Condensed Milk: You can make sweetened condensed milk by mixing sugar and either heavy cream or coconut milk. You can purchase sweetened condensed coconut milk as an alternative which is a healthier ingredient.
Brownie mix: You can also make your own brownie mixture but it’s easier to just use the mix.
How To Make It, Brownies with Peanut Butter Fudge Frosting:
Step 1. Prepare and bake the brownie mix according to the package instructions.
Yes, you can make these from scratch, but trust me, the brownie mix is just as good and it will save you time and effort to just use the simple, store-bought mix.
Step 2. While the brownies are baking, add the butter and peanut butter chips to a saucepan over medium low heat. Whisk to combine until the mixture is completely melted and smooth.
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Step 3. Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in the sweetened condensed milk or your substitution. Keep in mind that if you do alter the recipe, it will alter the taste at least a little.
Step 4. Pour the mixture over the brownies and let cool until set completely. There is no need to put the dish in the fridge unless you are in a hurry, but you can insert the covered brownies in the fridge to cool them off.
Step 5. Slice and serve. Get ready for some amazing homemade brownies with peanut butter fudge frosting ideas outlined below in our serving suggestions section.
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Brownies with Peanut Butter Fudge Frosting
Ingredients
- 1 Box brownie mix
- 1 C. Peanut butter chips
- ½ C. Butter unsalted
- 1 Can sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Prepare and bake the brownie mix according to the package instructions.
- While the brownies are baking, add the butter and peanut butter chips to a saucepan over medium low heat. Whisk to combine until the mixture is completely melted and smooth.
- Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in the vanilla and sweetened condensed milk.
- Pour the mixture over the brownies and let cool until set completely.
- Slice and serve.
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Tips for Success
Avoid overmixing when making your brownies. Mix only until the dry streaks of cocoa are no longer visible after adding wet ingredients. If you worry you might mix too much, then fold the ingredients instead using a spatula.
Also, when making brownies, which is the foundation of this dish, be sure to use the right pan. The right pan will be light colored or metal. Darker pans can cause the brownies to burn on the edges. It’s important, also, to reduce the temperature of your oven by about 25 degrees if you are using a glass pan.
You will know your brownies are done when you can insert a toothpick and only pull out a few, moist crumbs. The center will be a little soft with the edges set. This is ideal and makes the best base for the frosting you will add.
Storage & Reheating
You can store frosted brownies at room temperature for between 2 and 3 days if they are in an airtight container. If you want to make them last a bit longer, you can put them in a proper container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Keep in mind that if you sub out the frosting for anything perishable (like cream cheese), then you will not want to store your frosted brownies outside the fridge.
When you are ready to enjoy them once again, you can microwave brownies individually for about 10–15 seconds on a microwave-safe dish. If you have an entire batch, you can use the oven and bake for 5–10 minutes at around 350 degrees to warm them through.
If you want to freeze frosted brownies after making the best brownies with peanut butter fudge frosting recipe, make sure that they are completely cool before storing them in individual squares. You can use plastic wrap or foil. Then, store them in an airtight container or freezer bag. They will be good for up to 6 weeks.
Serving Suggestions
These frosted brownies make a wonderful addition to a variety of events and the perfect close to a delicious meal. Serve them with ice cream or alongside other chocolate treats for even better results. Make sure to follow the storage directions to get the most life out of your treats.
Notes:
These frosted brownies have quickly become one of my favorite desserts, and I have been asked for this recipe over and over, every time I make these! I originally got this recipe from a friend and am happy to pass it on to you now!
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