This is another decadent layered brownie I’ve seen circulating the Internet…there are many different versions, and I’ve pieced together a few recipes and added my own twist. These were part of the tailgate goodies I took for the weekend reunion with my fabulous friends from college.
Peanut Butter Truffle Brownies…adapted from Betty Crocker, Loves to Eat and Sweet Pea’s Kitchen
1 cup butter
2 cups sugar
3 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla
2/3 cup cocoa powder
1 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Peanut Butter Filling:
1/2 cup butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
2 cups powdered sugar
2-3 teaspoons milk
Ganache Topping:
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
2 tablespoons shortening
2 tablespoons heavy cream
Preheat oven to 350º. Put a long piece of non-stick foil or parchment in the bottom of a 9 x 13 inch pan, fitting so it covers the bottom of pan, the two shorter sides, plus has some overhang on each side for easy removal. If using foil, spray non covered sides of pan with nonstick spray. If using parchment, spray entire inner surface of pan with nonstick spray.
In a large microwave safe bowl, melt the 1 cup butter in the microwave. Mix in sugar, then eggs and vanilla. Sift the cocoa powder into the egg mixture, along with the salt and baking powder. Mix well. Add flour and mix till just combined. Scrape into prepared pan and smooth top.
Bake for about 25-30 minutes. Cool completely.
While the brownies are cooling, mix together filling ingredients. Beat until smooth adding the extra teaspoon of milk if needed. Mixture should be spreadable. Spread filling evenly over cooled brownies. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
While the filling is cooling, make ganache by melting the chocolate chips, butter, shortening and cream together gently in the microwave. Stop and stir at 30 second increments, till melted and smooth. Put dollops of ganache over filling and spread gently. Return to refrigerator to set topping.
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Lambeau has not made an appearance on my blog in a while, so to celebrate Halloween, I present her as Moammar Gooddoggi:
Isn’t she a good sport??? Do you want to guess on the number of marshmallows it took to bribe her into posing? LOTS!
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looks so good and your dog is such a good sport!
This brownie is just gorgeous! I could die for it! They look so so good!
Anything with the name “truffle” in the title is no doubt heavenly. I like the flavor layering as well as the mix of textures. Yum!
It is amazing that your dog even stayed still for the pictures-too cute!
Very trendy dog. You managed to get away with just marshmallows, lucky. I would have asked for at least a batch of the PB truffles
What a good sport the dog was how did you manage to get him to participate … nice so cute. I needed that smile! These would make my son Curt flip, I will have to surprise him last night made some spooky peanut butter cups, so I will have lots of leaveovers to try this one… love it! divine!!!
LoL moamar gooddoogi,,,its cute,,,peanut butter truffle sound delish to me,,YUM-YUM,,
Aww… he’s so adorable!
Your brownies sound like truffle heaven!
You just can’t get too much peanut butter, that’s for sure!
What a cutie that Lambeau! Is he named for Curly Lambeau?
She’s too adorable!!
I would love to get a hold of these brownie treats!
Aw! She was a good sport! Too bad she couldn’t have one of these yummy brownies as a reward.
oooh, these look positively sinful, my dear, they look like a bit like “bajadera”, a sweet very popular here in my Balkan region of the world
I really tried hard not to see these brownies but I’m so happy I did! Love the combo, love the look and I’m sure I’d be in heaven after eating a couple of them!
LOL! the pics of the dog is too funny. those truffle brownies look sinful- just perfect for this sweet tooth of mine!
hahahahah Lizzy you made my day with the cute pics of Lambeau, thank you so much for this. She is more attractive this time then the ganache.
Happy Monday to you too and I simply cannot stop admiring and at the same having a good laugh over Lambeau. Say hi to her on my behalf.
Your pup IS a good sport, mine wouldn’t take it for 2 seconds.
The brownies look inviting, as always. I’m thinking.. if it’s adapted from 3 different recipes, that THIS is your recipe alone, right?!
Goodness gracious, these brownies look AMAZING! Reese’s are my all-time favorite candy, so these are right up my alley. They just look so decadent and fudgy!
That is a hilarious costume for your dog….so creative! And these brownies…all of my favorites combined in one. They sound so decadent!
I bought some Reeses when I visited Singapore back in July and couldn’t stop eating them! This brownies really look delicious! And that dog of yours, she’s cool!
Oh my word! I would positively die for one of those brownies!! I love Reeses cups.
My dear Lizzy these look absolutely delicious this is my type of sweets!! look beauty and decadent!! Have a nice Halloween, I love your dog, my daugther make the same with one of my dog, xxgloria
The brownies look awesome!
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Happy Halloween
Miriam@Meatless Meals For Meat Eaters
Now those brownies are my kind of dessert! The have the two flavor combos I really love, peanut butter and a lot of chocolate! Mmmmmm! Love your dog.. Happy Halloween!
Lambeau is a terrific sport! I’m not sure that my yellow labs would have allowed me to dress them up.
And once again you have produced another dangerously good looking dessert.
Ohhhh…Lambeau is so cute! Love her costume! And my, those brownies look so delicious! I bookmarked the recipe and will definitely try it!
Lizzy, these look so good1 Man I really am wanting to make up a batch!
Have a great Day…HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
What a GREAT costume for you doggie! Happy halloween and these brownies are OMG delicious!
Love the brownies! Anything with chocolate and peanut butter is a winning combination for me!
Your dog must really LOVE marshmallows!
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Buona serata
Sonia
The loss of marshmallows was worth the post. We used to try and dress up Sadie but she got horribly depressed. Should have thought of the marshmallow trick! Oh – and the brownies – yes – to the brownies to the truffle filling – to peanuts and chocolate. But beware – it’s hard to remember the brownies after you introduce us to Lambeau.
When I was a kid I used to try and try to play dress up with the dog. It would never work. Sigh. So, I’m drooling over these brownies! Whats not to love! Great job!
I’m dying over the Povitica and hte stuffed pumpking…mouthwatering to say the least!!!!!!!!
Moammar Gooddoggi is cracking me up – what a hoot!
and these peanut butter truffle brownies are killing me too…..I can almost taste the richness thru the screen!!!!
you amaze me bella xoxo
This one really looks delicious! And nice outfit for the dog
I love it, your pooch is such a trooper. Too cute!
So cute the pictures of the dog
The brownies look awesome…love all the three layers.
Hope you have a wonderful week ahead Liz!
Oh Liz, I love, love this decadent brownie…and so would my peanut-butter loving son-in-law!
Lambeau is much prettier as Moammar Gooddoggi than the original!! (Love the name!) Hilarious!
Thanks for sharing! Happy Halloween!
Lizzy, your dog is the cutest dog ever!!! <3
These brownies sound decadent and delicious! I am sure my kids would devour them!!!
Happy Halloween!
I loved Truffles so much that when we got our golden brown Pomeranian, I named him “Truffles”. Happy sweet Halloween!
What a riot and what a sport! Your lab is adorable. Love the hat, glasses and smock.
Those brownies look awesome–do you think they would work with a darker chocolate? Love how Lambeau looks!
Liz,
Your Peanut Butter Truffle Brownies are wonderful with all the layers of flavor, and the ganache on top, so decadent.
How did you get Lambeau to wear that costume? My dog wouldn’t sit still for 2 seconds. Good dog, Lambeau!
I’ll have to try the marshmallows.
I love Lambeau…she’s always so patient, and sweet…and now, dressing her in a Halloween costume; priceless!
Love your Peanut Butter Truffle Brownies. Perfect, yummy, and over the top delicious!
Happy Halloween, my dear friend!
xoxo
Oh, I just love your doggie and that costume! Oh, and I love these heavenly brownies too!!
Brownies again wow!!!
Doggies looks so funny and cute
Hehe!! I gotta say this again … I’m so in love with Lambeau! She is adorable. Took all the attention from those yummy brownies … sorry, Lizzy.
Love fudgy brownies..peanut butter filling sounds terrific.
Oooh the brownies looks so decadent , would lve to have a slice
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I think I’m going to die from wanting these so much – pure, unadulterated peanut butter truffle brownie lust. Seriously. Cute Pup!
Awww your dog is too precious! These brownies look like quite the decadent treat =)
the brownies looks delicious!
I love u put peanut buttr on the brownies = perfect lizzy!
and ur dog looks cute
–Not sure what I’d rather kiss…the brownies or the dog
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Not that it would be good for him but for posing like he did, I think your dog should get a taste of these delicious looking brownies!
P.S. I can’t believe that he eats marshmallows!!
Mmm sooo drool-worthy!! These look absolutely amazing, I wish I could grab one right out of this screen! I could really use an amaaaazing snack to get me through this work day
Truly sinful!
I’m going to tell Annie how lucky she was that she didn’t have to put on any costumes
Loved Lambeau’s!! So, last night during the trick or treaters, when the doorbell rang I’d holler for Annie and she’d come as far in the kitchen as she’s allowed and I’d dangle a very small piece of chicken above her nose. Once the door shut, I’d give it to her. Let’s see, woof at the door vs food. My dog the food slut.
These brownies look awesome, can’t wait to give them a try!! Love the pooch! The costume is hysterical.
LOL!! Your doggie Lambeau (what a cool name) is so cute. Yes she’s a good sport! My 5 year old son didn’t even listen to me to wear his Warrior helmet… Yummy desserts as always!
Haha, aw, your doggie is so cute!
And, these bars look amazing!
Those look awesome. Peanut Butter + Brownies = Heaven!
Lucen impresionantes y muy original,felicitaciones,abrazos grandes hugs,hugs.
Lizy, thank you for finding my x-mas gift for my father-in-law! I will be his most favorite of all this year! These are outstanding. Your dog is such a good sport!
Rich and decadent – I’m sold! These sound like such a fantastic treat.
Congrats on making Top 9 Lizzy.. I’m seeing chocolate and peanut butter recipes everywhere. I must be missing out on something. Just came over from Elisabeth’s blog too. I am really craving for Peanut Butter and Chocolate right now. I am bookmarking this recipe too. Will definitely make me some when I get back. Hugs, Jo
These look simply divine! Another great recipe…..
Congratulations on Toop 9!
Oh, man. I am salivating at work, yet again. These look absolutely perfect!
And congrats!
Congrats on the Top 9 today, #1!!!!
I agree: this brownies look yummy! But what size pan does one use? It’s not specified in the recipe. 9×13? 8″ square? Thanks for clarifying this.
These look incredible!!
Love the costumes – so adorable! Love the brownies too – they look awesome.
Congrats,Dear!:)
Congrats on #1!! These brownies sure are worthy of the top spot. They look magnificent!
Bravo on No1 and no wonder – they look fabulous, Lizzy. Amazing what I’ve missed in 2 days already. Too funny with your lovely doggie: he is definitely cool in your sunglasses.
Whoa….my son would LOVE these!
NY Baker…sorry for my omission! These are baked in a 9 x 13 inch pan.
I saw these on Food Buzz and had to rush right over, congrats! I am still chuckling over your dog, I can’t decide which one is best, they are all hysterical. You are the next Wegman!
It looks delicious! I have to try!
Thanks for sharing!.
Begoña
Those peanut butter truffle brownies and Moammar Gooddoggi are both adorable!
Haha your puppy gave me a much needed laugh today. Thank you for that!
Your brownies look…amazing!
Those peanut butter brownies are impressive!! They looks great and I love the photos!
OK so how cute is this? Moammar Gooddigi, too funny! ANd as for the brownies… what can be said about perfection in confection? Seriously yummy, Lizzy, most well deserved Top 9!
These sound amazing! Three layers of awesome!!!
Well, there is no question whether or not I will be making these! I just love Lambeau!
Oh my, that looks like a dream dessert – quite a bit of work but impressive. Your doggie is very patient with all the dressing up – too funny!
Aw! She was a excellent sport! Too bad she couldn’t have one of these delicious cookies as a compensate.
Very stylish dog. You maintained to get away with just chocolate buttons, fortunate. I would have requested for at least a group of the PB truffles
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I am loving your blog! These brownies need to be sitting in front of me right now! Your furry friend is pretty cool as well. I’m a dog lover myself. I have a little 12 year old gremlin dog. She looks like a gremlin!
Julie
Heaven. I’m all about these brownies