Description
These Brownie Bottom Reese’s Peanut Butter No-Bake Bars combine the best of both worlds—a rich, fudgy brownie base topped with a creamy peanut butter layer loaded with Reese’s goodness, all finished with a smooth chocolate topping. A decadent, chocolate-peanut butter lover’s dream! These Brownie Bottom Reese’s Peanut Butter No-Bake Bars combine the best of both worlds—a rich, fudgy brownie base topped with a creamy peanut butter layer loaded with Reese’s goodness, all finished with a smooth chocolate topping. A decadent, chocolate-peanut butter lover’s dream!
Ingredients
For the Brownie Base:
- 1 box brownie mix (plus required ingredients: eggs, oil, water)
For the Peanut Butter Layer:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed Reese’s Pieces or chopped Reese’s cups
For the Chocolate Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
For the Brownie Base:
- 1 box brownie mix (plus required ingredients: eggs, oil, water)
For the Peanut Butter Layer:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed Reese’s Pieces or chopped Reese’s cups
For the Chocolate Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
Instructions
1️⃣ Bake the Brownie Base – Prepare the brownie mix according to package instructions and bake in a greased 9×13-inch pan. Once done, let the brownies cool completely before adding the peanut butter layer.
2️⃣ Make the Peanut Butter Layer – In a bowl, mix peanut butter, melted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Stir in the crushed Reese’s Pieces or chopped Reese’s cups. Spread evenly over the cooled brownie base.
3️⃣ Prepare the Chocolate Topping – In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and peanut butter together in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Pour over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly.
4️⃣ Chill & Set – Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
5️⃣ Slice & Serve – Once set, cut into bars and enjoy this rich, chocolatey, peanut buttery treat
1️⃣ Bake the Brownie Base – Prepare the brownie mix according to package instructions and bake in a greased 9×13-inch pan. Once done, let the brownies cool completely before adding the peanut butter layer.
2️⃣ Make the Peanut Butter Layer – In a bowl, mix peanut butter, melted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Stir in the crushed Reese’s Pieces or chopped Reese’s cups. Spread evenly over the cooled brownie base.
3️⃣ Prepare the Chocolate Topping – In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and peanut butter together in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Pour over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly.
4️⃣ Chill & Set – Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
5️⃣ Slice & Serve – Once set, cut into bars and enjoy this rich, chocolatey, peanut buttery treat
Notes
- For extra crunch, sprinkle crushed peanuts or mini Reese’s on top before chilling.
- Want a shortcut? Use store-bought brownies instead of baking from a mix.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Let bars sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts.
- For extra crunch, sprinkle crushed peanuts or mini Reese’s on top before chilling.
- Want a shortcut? Use store-bought brownies instead of baking from a mix.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Let bars sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts.
