Nutter Butter Brownies – The Ultimate Peanut Butter & Chocolate Dessert

If you love fudgy homemade brownies and creamy peanut butter desserts, these Nutter Butter Brownies are a must-try! Featuring a rich chocolate brownie base, a decadent peanut butter layer, and a chocolate ganache topping, these treats are perfect for peanut butter lovers.

Ingredients

For the Brownie Layer:

½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking powder

For the Peanut Butter Layer:

½ cup creamy peanut butter
¼ cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
10 Nutter Butter cookies, roughly chopped

For the Chocolate Topping:

½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons heavy cream
Crushed Nutter Butter cookies (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Brownie Batter

1 – Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease.
2- In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter and granulated sugar until combined.
3- Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
4- Sift in flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder and gently fold until just combined.
5- Spread half of the brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan.

Step 2: Make the Peanut Butter Layer

1- In a separate bowl, mix peanut butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
2- Spread the peanut butter mixture over the brownie batter.
3- Sprinkle the chopped Nutter Butter cookies evenly on top.
4- Pour the remaining brownie batter over the peanut butter layer and smooth it out.

Step 3: Bake the Brownies

1- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
2- Allow the brownies to cool completely before adding the topping.

Step 4: Prepare the Chocolate Ganache

1- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and heavy cream in 15-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and glossy.
2- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled brownies.
3- Sprinkle crushed Nutter Butter cookies on top for an extra crunch.

Step 5: Slice & Serve

1- Once set, cut the brownies into 12 squares and enjoy the perfect peanut butter and chocolate dessert!

Storage Tips

Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Refrigerator: Keep in the fridge for up to a week.
Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months in a sealed container.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 12 brownies

These easy Nutter Butter Brownies are a crowd-pleasing dessert perfect for bake sales, parties, or an indulgent treat at home. Try them today and let us know how they turn out! What’s your favorite peanut butter dessert? Drop a comment below!