Simple Buckeye Brownies are amazing. Packed with peanut butter, brownies and a delicious chocolate ganache. They are quick and easier to make than regular buckeyes.
If you wanted to give some to the neighbors, you can always add some sprinkles or some fun green or red sugar, but we love the just plain.
What Ingredients Do I Need For Simple Buckeye Brownies?
Here’s a list of ingredients you’ll need to make these Brownies (scroll down for the full recipe):
Brownies:
- Box brownie mix (use your favorite) and the ingredients on the box, which usually are the next 3 ingredients:
- Vegetable oil
- Water
- Eggs
Peanut Butter Filling:
- Powdered sugar
- Butter
- Creamy peanut butter
Ganache:
- Semi sweet chocolate chips, can use milk, or dark chocolate chips
- Butter
How Do I Make Simple Buckeye Brownies?
Here’s the simple steps you’ll follow to make these Brownies (scroll down for the full recipe):
Brownies:
- Turn the oven to 350 degrees.
- Prepare a 9″ X 13″ baking pan.
- Make the brownies according to the package directions.
- Bake the brownies according to the package directions, and allow them to cool.
Peanut Butter Filling:
- In a medium bowl, place the powdered sugar, 1/2 cup butter, and the peanut butter. Mix this mixture to combine well.
- Next, place the mixture on top of the cooled brownies. Pat the peanut butter mixture down making it nice and even.
Ganache:
- Melt the chocolate chips and the 6 Tablespoons of butter in a small pan over low heat, mixing occasionally until the chocolate is melted.
- Spread the melted chocolate over the peanut butter mixture. Allow this layer to cool.
- Cut the brownies the size you want. Store any remaining brownies in an air tight container for 2-3 days.
More Delicious Brownie Recipes:
Caramel German Chocolate Brownies
Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Brownies
Yield: 12 people
Simple Buckeye Brownies
Simple Buckeye Brownies are delicious and a great treat if you like to keep it simple. They have brownies, a peanut butter filling and ganache.
Prep Time
30 minutes
Cook Time
25 minutes
Total Time
55 minutes
Ingredients
Brownies:
- 1 Box brownie mix (use your favorite) and the ingredients on the box, which usually are the next 3 ingredients:
- 2/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 eggs
Peanut Butter Filling:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
Ganache:
- 1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips, can use milk, or dark chocolate chips
- 6 Tablespoons of butter
Instructions
Brownies:
- Turn the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a 9" X 13" baking pan by spraying with non- stick cooking spray. Make the brownies according to the package directions.
- Bake the brownies according to the package directions, and allow them to cool.
Peanut Butter Filling:
- In a medium bowl, place the powdered sugar, 1/2 cup butter, and the peanut butter. Mix this mixture to combine well.
- Next, place the mixture on top of the cooled brownies. You may want to use your fingers. Pat the peanut butter mixture down making it nice and even.
Ganache:
- Melt the chocolate chips and the 6 Tablespoons of butter in a small pan over low heat, mixing occasionally until the chocolate is melted, or by placing the chocolate chips and the butter in a microwave safe bowl and melting in 20 second intervals until the mixture melts.
- Spread the melted chocolate over the peanut butter mixture. Allow this layer to cool. I like to put them in the refrigerator, but not necessary.
- Cut the brownies the size you want. Store any remaining brownies in an air tight container for 2 - 3 days.
Nutrition Information
Yield
24Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 325Total Fat 23gSaturated Fat 8gUnsaturated Fat 15gCholesterol 34mgSodium 116mgCarbohydrates 30gFiber 1gSugar 27gProtein 3g