Delicious Triple-Layer Peanut Butter Brownies

Picture this: a decadent fusion of fudgy chocolate brownies blanketed by a velvety, whipped peanut butter layer topped with a thin layer of smooth chocolate ganache and crunchy peanuts. These triple-layer peanut butter brownies are the epitome for chocolate peanut butter lovers.

If you asked me what my favorite candy would be I would answer anything with peanut butter and chocolate every time. These chocolate peanut butter brownies are simply out of this world with chocolate flavor and creamy peanut butter. I would go so far as to say that this recipe is BETTER than Reese’s!

If you are a peanut butter and chocolate fanatic like me, then check out these other delicious recipes: soft & fudgy chocolate crinkle cookies, rich & fudgy chocolate espresso brownies, delicious 3-ingredient chocolate cookie, or peanut butter blossom cookies. Or try out my absolute FAVORITE COOKIE: brown butter chocolate chip cookie.

For all my fellow high altitude bakers, I make this Triple-Layer Peanut Butter Brownies recipe at 8,000 feet of elevation. See below for adjusting a box brownie mix for high altitude.

Why you will love this dessert:

• Fudgy brownie base – make homemade brownies or from the box to make the perfect chocolate canvas for the peanut butter
• Creamy, whipped peanut butter – I honestly didn’t know peanut butter could get any better but this recipe takes the layer of peanut butter filling to the next level
• Rich chocolate ganache – I know the word “ganache” sounds fancy but don’t worry it’s incredibly easy!
• Perfect treat for summer – these triple-layer peanut butter brownies are best served out of the fridge so enjoy a slice on a hot summer night

Recommended tools:

Mixing bowl – mix up the brownies in a large bowl, whipped together the peanut butter in a medium bowl, and melt the chocolate in a small microwaveable bowl

Baking dish – this recipe is make in a 13 x9-inch pan

Rubber spatula – I find it easiest to smooth out the peanut butter layer and chocolate ganache with a rubber spatula

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Triple-Layer Peanut Butter Brownies Ingredients:

Chocolate Brownies Layer

Any boxed brownie mix or homemade brownie recipe will work.

Peanut Butter Layer

Milk – I always use whole milk in my baking but any milk will work, just make sure the milk is COLD

Vanilla instant pudding – use a 3.4 oz package of INSTANT pudding mix

Creamy peanut butter – the key ingredient for the punch of flavor in these irresistible brownies

Powdered sugar – for a kiss of sweetness and help create the creaminess of the peanut butter filling

Chocolate Ganache Layer

Semi-sweet chocolate chips – for a richer flavor feel free to use dark chocolate chips

Cool whip – I promised this ganache layer was easy to make. What’s easier than melting chocolate chips and cool whip?

Dry roasted peanuts – the chopped up peanuts add the perfect crunch to contrast to the creamy peanut butter and fudgy brownies.

See the recipe card at the bottom of the post for the full ingredients list.

Overview – How to make Triple-Layer Peanut Butter Brownies:

1. Bake the brownies and cool
2. Mix together the peanut butter filling and spread over the chocolate brownies
3. Melt the chocolate chips and cool whip and spread over the peanut butter layer
4. Sprinkle chopped peanuts over the chocolate ganache

See the recipe card at the bottom of the post for the full instructions.

FAQs:

High Altitude Brownie Mix Adjustment:

Baking brownie mixes at high altitude require minor adjustments to avoid the brownies from over-expanding and drying out. Add a 1/4 cup of flour to the brownie mix and bake according to the instructions on the box. For extra fudgy, rich brownies replace the vegetable oil for melted butter.

How to store peanut butter brownies:

Cover the peanut butter brownies tightly with plastic wrap and store in the fridge for up to 5-7 days to keep the brownies from drying out and to help prevent the chocolate from melting.

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If you make these delicious Triple-Layer Peanut Butter Brownies leave a comment below and let me know how they turned out. If you have any questions, post them below and I would love to help you out.