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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Smores Brownies

These Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Smores Brownies are a decadent treat! Layers of fudgy brownies, gooey marshmallows, and creamy peanut butter cups make every bite a delight.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 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 Brownies:
  • 8 tablespoons Unsalted Butter for the batter
  • 4 ounces Chopped Unsweetened Chocolate
  • 1 cup Packed Light Brown Sugar
  • 0.75 cup White Sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 0.5 teaspoon Fine Salt
  • 4 large Eggs cold
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
Toppings:
  • 2 cups Mini Marshmallows
  • 10 mini Reese's Peanut Butter Cups cut in half
  • 0.25 cup Peanut Butter melted

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Oven mitts

Method
 

Method:
  1. Step 1: Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine melted unsalted butter, crushed graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and a pinch of fine salt. Mix until the crumbs resemble wet sand.
  2. Step 2: Bake the Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Press the crust mixture into a 9x13-inch baking pan. Bake for about 8 minutes until slightly golden. Let cool.
  3. Step 3: Make the Brownie Batter: Melt unsalted butter and chopped unsweetened chocolate in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  4. Step 4: Mix the Sugars: In a bowl, combine brown sugar, white sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Add melted chocolate mixture and whisk until combined.
  5. Step 5: Add the Eggs: Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition until smooth and glossy.
  6. Step 6: Incorporate Flour: Gently fold in all-purpose flour with a spatula until just combined.
  7. Step 7: Assemble the Brownies: Pour brownie batter over the cooled crust, spreading evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Step 8: Add Toppings: Top the baked brownies with mini marshmallows and halved peanut butter cups, then drizzle with melted peanut butter.
  9. Step 9: Broil for a Perfect Finish: Switch to broil and broil the brownies for 1-2 minutes until marshmallows puff and turn golden.
  10. Step 10: Cool and Slice: Let brownies cool completely in the pan, then slice into squares and serve.

Notes

  • Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
  • For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week.
  • Freeze individual squares wrapped in plastic for up to three months for later enjoyment.