Peanut Butter Cup Crack Brownies Recipe

Introducing the aptly named Peanut Butter Cup Crack Brownies. WARNING: You will NOT want to stop eating these once you start. Each bite contains crunch, sweetness and a little salt. This is a great dessert option for parties!

Have you ever tried crack? Yeah, me either. After eating these brownies, though, I feel like I would probably be less addicted to crack. I mean, how can that not be the case with brownies, peanuts, marshmallows, Reese’s peanut butter cups, chocolate, peanut butter and Rice Krispies all present in a single bite?! This recipe comes from my very good Heather, and I am very grateful that she shared it!

HOW TO MAKE PEANUT BUTTER CUP CRACK BROWNIES

• Coat a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray. Mix brownies according to the package directions and bake in the prepared dish for 20-25 minutes, or as directed on brownie directions. Remove from oven and top with the peanuts, peanut butter cups and marshmallows. Return to the oven and bake at 350 degrees for an additional 5 minutes, or until the marshmallows puff and brown and the chocolate begins to melt.

• In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate chips and the peanut butter. Microwave on high for 1 minute and stir until creamy. Add the Rice Krispies and stir until completely coated. Pour the chocolate-peanut butter mixture evenly over top of the brownies. Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours before cutting into squares and serving.

WHAT TO SERVE AT A PARTY

I LOVE party food, so you have come to the right place if you are looking for recipes to make for your next gathering. Here are some options for you that will be easy, delicious and crowd-pleasing!

• Fruit Pizza – The classic, crowd-pleasing Fruit Pizza has a cookie dough crust, dreamy cream cheese frosting and a colorful top layer of fruit and a tasty glaze. Great appetizer/dessert for parties of any kind, any time of the year!

• Taco Ranch Pasta Salad – This delicious pasta salad gets totally devoured at gatherings, no matter the season.

• Sausage Cheese Dip – Sausage Cheese Dip is easy to make (let your crockpot do the work for you!), cheesy, flavorful and totally irresistible! Serve as an appetizer at your next party and it won’t last long. Only 6 ingredients required for this delicious party food!

• 7-Layer Taco Dip – This is the best 7-Layer Taco Dip you’ll ever meet! It’s the perfect appetizer and party food and it is always the first thing to get devoured.

• Crockpot Meatballs – These require only a few ingredients with only a few minutes of prep. They are SO EASY to make, totally packed with delicious flavor and great for game-day parties or holidays. Let your slow cooker do all of the work for you!

• Spinach Artichoke Dip – This hot Spinach Artichoke Dip is a party staple! People always get excited about this dip and its so easy to make! It’s a filling, cheesy snack or appetizer that you can put on pita squares, crackers or chips. Let your slow cooker do all of the work for you!

Peanut Butter Cup Crack Brownies

Introducing the aptly named Peanut Butter Cup Crack Brownies. WARNING: You will NOT want to stop eating these once you start. Each bite contains crunch, sweetness and a little salt. This is a great dessert option for parties!

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: bars, brownies, chocolate, marshmallows, peanuts, rice krispies, treats

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 24 servings

Calories: 297kcal

Ingredients

• 1 pkg brownie mix for 9×13 pan
• 1/2 cup salted peanuts
• 1 cup Reese's peanut butter cups chopped
• 2 cups miniature marshmallows
• 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
• 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal

Instructions

• Coat a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray. Mix brownies according to the package directions and bake in the prepared dish for 20-25 minutes, or as directed on brownie directions. Remove from oven and top with the peanuts, peanut butter cups and marshmallows. Return to the oven and bake at 350 degrees for an additional 5 minutes, or until the marshmallows puff and brown and the chocolate begins to melt.
• In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate chips and the peanut butter. Microwave on high for 1 minute and stir until creamy. Add the Rice Krispies and stir until completely coated. Pour the chocolate-peanut butter mixture evenly over top of the brownies. Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours before cutting into squares and serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 297kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 169mg | Potassium: 197mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 161IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 2mg