Chocolate Peanut Butter Covered Brownie Bites Recipes

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER COVERED BROWNIE BITES

Steps:

• Prepare brownie mix according to package directions.
• Bake until toothpick comes out nearly clean from center but still slightly undercooked.
• Remove from oven and let cool for 15 minutes.
• When you are able to touch brownies comfortably, scoop brownies with a medium cookie scoop, roll tightly into a ball and place onto a wax paper lined baking sheet.
• Continue rolling until brownies are gone.
• Freeze brownies until very firm, a couple hours or overnight.
• No worries if your brownie balls aren't perfect, once frozen reshape them. They are easier to handle when chilled.
• Place chocolate chips over a double broiler (or heat in microwave until smooth) to melt, then stir in peanut butter until creamy smooth.
• Roll each frozen brownie ball into chocolate and place onto wax paper to dry.
• Enjoy room temperature or chilled.

PEANUT BUTTER BROWNIE BITES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°. Line 42 mini-muffin cups with paper or foil liners., Prepare brownie mix batter according to package directions. Fill prepared cups two-thirds full. Bake 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean (do not overbake)., Place pans on wire racks. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make a 1/2-in.-deep indentation in the center of each brownie. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat peanut butter and cream cheese until blended. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar, milk and vanilla until smooth. Spoon or pipe frosting into indentations. If desired, sprinkle with chopped peanuts. Refrigerate leftovers.

PEANUT CARAMEL BROWNIE BITES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 13x9-in. baking pan with foil, letting ends extend up sides; coat foil with cooking spray., Microwave butter, sugar and water on high just until mixture comes to a boil, 3-4 minutes; stir until blended. Stir in chocolate chips until melted. Whisk in eggs, 1 at a time, stirring well after each addition. Whisk in vanilla. Stir in flour and baking powder., Spread into prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 18-20 minutes. Cool 30 minutes., For topping, combine sugar, butter and milk in a large saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring constantly, over medium heat. Boil 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in marshmallow creme, 1/4 cup peanut butter and vanilla; pour over brownies. Sprinkle with 2 cups peanuts., In a small saucepan, combine caramels and water; cook, stirring, over medium-high heat until blended. Pour over peanuts., Microwave chocolate chips on high until softened, about 1 minute. Stir in remaining peanut butter until smooth; pour over caramel layer. Chop remaining peanuts; sprinkle on top. Refrigerate at least 1 hour., Lifting with foil, remove brownies from pan. Cut into bars. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BROWNIES

Steps:

• In a small saucepan, melt chocolate and butter over low heat; set aside. In a bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and pale-colored. Add flour and melted chocolate; stir well. Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until the brownies test done. Cool. , For filling, beat confectioners' sugar, peanut butter and butter in a bowl. Stir in cream until mixture reaches desired spreading consistency. Spread over cooled brownies; cover and chill until firm. , For glaze; melt chocolate and butter in a saucepan, stirring until smooth. Drizzle over the filling. Chill before cutting. Store in refrigerator.

CHOCOLATE-DIPPED BROWNIE BITES (BROWNIES)

Steps:

• For Brownies: In a saucepan, bring the sugar, butter and water to a boil over medium heat; remove from the heat.
• Stir in 1 cup chocolate chips and vanilla; stir until smooth. Cool for 5 minutes.
• Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
• Combine flour, salt and baking soda; stir into chocolate mixture. Stir in 1 cup chocolate chips.
• Pour into a greased 9-inch square baking pan. Bake at 325°F for 35 minutes or until set.
• Cool completely. Place in the freezer for 30-40 minutes (do not freeze completely). Cut into squares.
• For Coating: In a heavy saucepan or microwave, melt remaining chips with shortening; stir until smooth.
• Using a small plastic fork with two middle tines broken off, dip brownies to completely coat; shake off excess.
• Place brownies on waxed paper-lined baking sheets; immediately decorate with M&M's or other toppings as desired or drizzle with melted baking chips.
• Let stand until set. Store in a sealed container in a cool place.