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Buckeye Brownie Peanut Butter Bars

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These Buckeye Brownie Peanut Butter Bars combine a rich, fudgy brownie base with a creamy peanut butter layer and a chocolate ‘blossom’ on top. They’re easy to make, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for any occasion when you need an indulgent treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (18-19 oz) brownie mix (plus eggs, oil, and water as directed on the box) OR homemade brownie batter
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of fine sea salt
  • 24 chocolate kiss candies (such as Hershey’s Kisses), unwrapped OR 24 mini peanut butter cups
  • Optional: 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips for scattering over the top

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy lifting. Lightly spray with nonstick spray if desired.
  2. Prepare the brownie batter according to the box or your homemade recipe. Pour into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  3. Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. Cool completely in the pan on a rack.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, powdered sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat with a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and creamy.
  5. Dollop the peanut butter mixture over the cooled brownies. Gently spread with an offset spatula or butter knife to cover the entire surface evenly.
  6. Gently press unwrapped chocolate kisses or mini peanut butter cups into the peanut butter layer, spacing them evenly. Optionally, scatter mini chocolate chips over the top.
  7. Place the pan in the fridge for 30-60 minutes to set the peanut butter layer and chocolates.
  8. Lift the slab out using the parchment overhang. Cut into 24 bars (4 rows by 6 columns). Wipe your knife between cuts for clean slices.

Notes

For gluten-free bars, use a gluten-free brownie mix and check your chocolates. For dairy-free, substitute butter with plant-based margarine and use dairy-free chocolates. Chill bars before slicing for clean cuts. Bars freeze well; store in an airtight container with parchment between layers.

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