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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Smores Brownies

Indulge in these Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Smores Brownies! A delightful combination of fudgy brownies, crunchy graham crackers, and gooey marshmallows!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust:
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1.5 cups crushed graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 pinch fine salt
For the Brownie:
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate chopped
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 0.75 cup white sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 0.5 teaspoon fine salt
  • 4 large cold eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
For the Topping:
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 10 mini Reese's peanut butter cups cut in half
  • 0.25 cup peanut butter melted

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Parchment paper
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

How to Prepare Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Smores Brownies
  1. Step 1: Preheat Your Oven
    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your brownies bake evenly and achieve that perfect fudgy texture.
  2. Step 2: Make the Crust
    In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, crushed graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir until everything is well mixed and the crumbs are evenly coated. Press this mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking pan, forming an even layer. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
  3. Step 3: Prepare the Brownie Batter
    In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter and chopped unsweetened chocolate together, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, white sugar, vanilla extract, and fine salt. Add the melted chocolate mixture and stir until well combined. Then, add the cold eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Finally, stir in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few flour streaks are okay.
  4. Step 4: Assemble the Brownies
    Pour the brownie batter over the pre-baked graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  5. Step 5: Add the Toppings
    Once the brownies are done baking, remove them from the oven and immediately top with the mini marshmallows and halved Reese's peanut butter cups. Return to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden brown and puffed.
  6. Step 6: Drizzle with Peanut Butter
    After removing the brownies from the oven, drizzle the melted peanut butter over the top. Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before slicing into squares.

Notes

  • For a seasonal twist, consider adding crushed peppermint candy canes during the holidays.
  • Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • To freeze, wrap brownies tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil to prevent freezer burn.