Prepare for an explosion of flavor that will redefine your dessert expectations: the incredible Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Brownies! These aren’t just brownies; they’re a decadent fusion of two universally adored treats – rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter – coming together in a symphony of irresistible taste and texture. If you consider yourself a true connoisseur of chocolate and peanut butter, then congratulations, you’ve just discovered your new obsession. This recipe transforms ordinary brownies into an extraordinary indulgence, promising a taste experience that is both supremely satisfying and utterly addicting. Get ready to fall head over heels for a dessert that’s as delightful to make as it is to devour.

For those who simply can’t get enough of that classic peanut butter and chocolate pairing, these brownies are merely the beginning. You might also want to explore our Ultimate Peanut Butter Cup Stuffed Chocolate Cookies for another sensational treat that celebrates this iconic duo. And if you’re planning a celebration or just looking for more dessert inspiration, be sure to check out our collection of 20 Spooktacular Halloween Desserts, 10 Halloween Party Desserts, and a fantastic array of National Chocolate Chip Day Cookie Recipes.

Why These Reese’s Peanut Butter Brownies Are a Must-Try

There are countless reasons to adore these Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Brownies, but here are the highlights that make them an absolute sensation:

• The Ultimate Indulgence: These brownies are the epitome of decadent dessert. They offer a rich, melt-in-your-mouth experience that is truly a treat for the senses, perfect for those moments when only something truly special will do.
• A Harmonious Blend of Beloved Flavors: By masterfully combining the deep, satisfying richness of chocolate with the creamy, nutty goodness of peanut butter, these brownies create a flavor profile that is both familiar and exciting. It’s a match made in dessert heaven, offering a taste sensation that is simply unmatched.
• Guaranteed to Satisfy Every Sweet Tooth: Whether you’re battling a serious craving or looking for a show-stopping dessert to impress guests, these brownies deliver. Their intense flavor and luxurious texture ensure that every bite is deeply gratifying, satisfying even the most discerning sweet tooth.
• Effortlessly Gourmet: Don’t let their sophisticated taste fool you—these brownies are surprisingly easy to make! Starting with your favorite boxed brownie mix, you can effortlessly transform simple ingredients into a gourmet dessert that tastes like it came straight from a high-end bakery.
• Exploding with Peanut Butter Bliss: What truly sets these brownies apart is the generous quantity of peanut butter cups. Embedded throughout and scattered generously on top of a luscious, creamy peanut butter frosting, each brownie is packed with bursts of that iconic Reese’s flavor. It’s a true peanut butter explosion!
• Dreamy Peanut Butter Buttercream: Beyond the delightful chocolate base, these brownies are crowned with a velvety, dreamy peanut butter buttercream frosting. This frosting isn’t just an afterthought; it’s a key player, adding an extra layer of richness and an incredibly smooth texture that perfectly complements the chewy brownie below.

Oh, another swoon-worthy moment! Imagine sinking your teeth into a soft, chewy milk chocolate brownie that literally melts in your mouth, followed by the intense creaminess of peanut butter frosting and the delightful crunch of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. It’s pure bliss, a moment of culinary ecstasy that will leave you sighing with contentment. This, my friends, is a new love, a new dessert addiction you won’t want to resist. Are you with me on this journey of pure indulgence? I certainly hope so!

These brownies are so good, they inspire a song in my heart – “I can’t feel my face when I’m with you, but I love it!” Yes, these decadent Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Brownies evoke that kind of intense joy. And if you’re a brownie enthusiast like me, you’ll also adore our classic Lunch Lady Brownies for another beloved recipe. Brownies truly are a dessert we adore!

Decadent Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Brownies: The Ultimate Indulgence

Ummm… you’ll have to excuse me for a moment, but I’m currently in the midst of a full-blown “PB Explosion” and it’s utterly distracting. If I seem a little out of sorts, blame these brownies! I might just turn into Marsha or Jan from The Brady Bunch, much like in that famous Snickers commercial. But unlike those characters, it’s not because I’m “hangry.” Oh no. It’s because these brownies are so incredibly, sinfully delicious that I find myself declaring, “I want it NOW,” with all the dramatic urgency of Veruca Salt from Willy Wonka.

It seems I’m quite taken with these crazy characters right now, and honestly, who wouldn’t be? We all have those moments of delightful madness, especially when faced with peanut butter frosted brownies generously loaded with glorious Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. It’s almost torture to simply look at them without immediately indulging. So, there’s only one logical solution: embrace a little craziness, hum a happy tune, and absolutely devour them! Yes, that’s exactly what you should do.

Essential Ingredients for Your Peanut Butter Brownie Creation

Crafting these sensational Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Brownies requires a few simple yet essential ingredients that promise a maximum flavor payoff. Here’s what you’ll need to get started:

For the Brownie Base (9×9 inch pan)

• One Box of Milk or Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Mix: Choose your favorite brand of brownie mix. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity; a quality boxed mix serves as a fantastic foundation. Ensure you have all the additional ingredients specified on your chosen brownie mix package, such as eggs, oil, or water.

For the Irresistible Peanut Butter Buttercream Frosting

• Unsalted Butter (Room Temperature): Using unsalted butter allows you to control the overall saltiness of the frosting. Bringing it to room temperature is crucial for achieving a smooth, creamy consistency when mixing.
• Creamy Peanut Butter: Opt for a creamy, classic peanut butter, like Jif or Skippy, for the best results. The smooth texture of these varieties will blend perfectly into the buttercream, providing that signature rich flavor.
• Confectioners’ Sugar (Powdered Sugar): This fine sugar is essential for creating a light, airy, and smooth frosting without any granular texture.
• Vanilla Extract: A touch of pure vanilla extract enhances all the other flavors, adding warmth and depth to the peanut butter buttercream.
• Salt: Just a pinch of salt is vital for balancing the sweetness of the frosting and truly bringing out the rich peanut butter flavor.
• Milk of Choice: You’ll need a few tablespoons of milk to adjust the frosting to your desired consistency. Whole milk often yields the richest frosting, but any milk you have on hand will work.
• Mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups (or Chopped Larger Cups): These are the stars of the show! Mini cups can be used whole, or if you prefer larger cups, simply chop them into bite-sized pieces. They provide incredible texture and concentrated bursts of peanut butter and chocolate flavor.

Crafting Your Peanut Butter Frosted Brownies with Peanut Butter Cups!

Creating these sensational brownies is a straightforward process that yields incredibly delicious results. Follow these simple steps for a dessert that’s sure to impress:

Step-by-Step for the Brownie Base

1. Prepare Your Brownie Mix: Begin by preparing your chosen brownie mix according to the package instructions. Make sure to use a 9×9 inch baking pan to achieve the perfect thickness for your brownies. Once mixed, bake the brownies as directed on the box.
2. Cool Completely: This is a crucial step! After baking, allow the brownies to cool completely on a wire rack before attempting to frost them. Rushing this step will cause your beautiful peanut butter buttercream to melt and slide off, creating a messy, rather than magnificent, dessert.

Step-by-Step for the Peanut Butter Buttercream Frosting

1. Cream Butter and Peanut Butter: In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the room temperature unsalted butter and creamy peanut butter for 1-2 minutes. Mix until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined. This ensures a smooth base for your frosting.
2. Add Vanilla and Salt: Incorporate the vanilla extract and salt into the butter-peanut butter mixture. Beat for another minute to thoroughly combine these flavor enhancers.
3. Gradually Add Confectioners’ Sugar: With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the confectioners’ sugar, one cup at a time, until it is fully incorporated. Continue beating until the frosting is smooth and lump-free.
4. Achieve Perfect Consistency with Milk: Slowly add 2 to 3 tablespoons of your milk of choice, one tablespoon at a time, beating after each addition. Continue until the frosting reaches your desired creamy and spreadable consistency. If it’s too thick, add a tiny bit more milk; if it’s too thin, a spoonful of extra confectioners’ sugar can help.
5. Frost Your Brownies: Once your brownies are completely cool and your frosting is perfectly smooth, generously spread the peanut butter buttercream over the entire surface of the brownies. Use an offset spatula or the back of a spoon to create attractive swirls.
6. Adorn with Reese’s Cups: Finally, scatter the mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, or your chopped larger cups, generously over the frosted brownies. Press them gently into the frosting to secure them.
7. Enjoy Your Masterpiece: Slice, serve, and savor every indulgent bite! These brownies are best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers (if there are any!) can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days, or refrigerated for longer freshness.

The Irresistible Allure of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Brownies

These Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Brownies are truly the best! Their rich flavor, incredible texture, and the perfect balance of chocolate and peanut butter make them utterly irresistible. Seriously, no one can say no to these!

If you’re already captivated by the magic of Reese’s desserts, you’ll be thrilled to explore more of our creations. Be sure to try this dreamy Reese’s Peanut Butter Pie, these delightfully chewy Reese’s Pieces Cookies, our comforting Reese’s Cream Cheese Cookie Bars, and a fantastic collection of 16 Reese’s Pieces Candy Desserts. And for another bar-style treat, don’t miss these Reese’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars!

We can all enthusiastically agree that Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Brownies stand as a timeless, classic indulgent treat. They are remarkably easy to prepare, require a minimal list of ingredients, and are absolutely guaranteed to bring immense joy to chocoholics and peanut butter enthusiasts alike. Whether you’re making them for a party, a special occasion, or simply to brighten your day, these brownies promise a memorable experience.

So, don’t wait any longer! Get your ingredients ready, follow our simple recipe, and prepare to embark on a delightful culinary adventure. Experience the pure joy of the ultimate peanut butter and chocolate explosion in every single bite!

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Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Explosion Brownies

Recipe by Kim Lange

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Explosion Brownies – A self-explanatory and utterly addicting dessert for all chocolate and peanut butter lovers!

Prep Time: 30 mins

Cook Time: 25 mins

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: 12 Servings

Calories: (Nutrition information not provided in original content)

Ingredients

Brownie Mix of choice for 9×9 pan

• 1 Box Milk or Fudgy Chocolate Brownies (baked in a 9×9 pan and ready to frost)

Peanut Butter Buttercream Frosting

• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter (like Jif)
• 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 2-3 Tablespoons milk of choice
• 1-2 cups mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups (or roughly chopped if using larger pb cups)

Instructions

Brownie Mix of choice for 9×9 pan

1. Make brownies in a 9×9 pan with ingredients called out and bake as instructed. Let cool completely before proceeding to frost!

Peanut Butter Buttercream Frosting

1. Using an electric mixer, cream the butter and peanut butter together in a bowl for 1-2 minutes until smooth and light.
2. Add vanilla extract and salt, beating well to combine.
3. Gradually add the confectioners’ sugar, beating until fully incorporated and the frosting is smooth.
4. Pour in milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until the desired creamy and spreadable consistency is reached.
5. Generously frost the cooled brownies with the peanut butter buttercream.
6. Arrange mini or chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups on top of the frosting. Enjoy your delicious creation!

Keywords

brownies, party treats, peanut butter, peanut butter and chocolate, peanut butter cups

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