Peanut butter brownies

My favorite brownie mix makes another appearance!  I buy it in a five pack, you’ll most likely see it again and again.  If I’m being honest here, I don’t think I’ll go back to scratch brownies.  The number one reason being I’m lazy like that!  If I find something I love and it requires little to no effort, I’m all over it.  I still haven’t found a recipe that compares in taste or texture either.  If you have a brownie recipe that’s “the best ever” or “ate a whole pan” worthy, forward it on to me.  I’ll give it a go!  For now, I’m sticking to my Costco five pack.  It’s such a good base and holds up to all kinds of additions.  I mixed in Oreo cookies in these brownies but the possibilities are endless!

I needed a peanut butter fix so this time I added in peanut butter chips and topped the whole pan off with some peanut butter frosting and finished off with some grated chocolate.  Layers are fun!

Peanut butter brownies

 

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Ingredients

• 1 package Ghirardelli brownie mix, prepared as directed. Any mix can be substituted.
• ½ cup peanut butter chips

For the frosting

• ¼ cup butter, softened
• ¾ cup smooth peanut butter
• 1 cup powdered sugar

To finish

• grated chocolate

Instructions

1. Spray an 8x8 inch baking pan with cooking spray. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
2. Prepare the brownie mix, add in the peanut butter chips and bake as directed.
3. Let the brownies cool completely before frosting.

For the frosting

1. Combine the butter and peanut butter. Mix until light and fluffy.
2. Add the powdered sugar and mix until fully incorporated.

To assemble

1. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled brownies and grate the chocolate on top.
2. Refrigerate until the frosting has firmed up, making cutting easier.

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