Buckeye Brownie Bites

Indulge your sweet tooth with these Decadent Buckeye Brownie Bites! This easy recipe combines rich, fudgy brownies with a creamy peanut butter filling and a luscious chocolate ganache topping, creating the perfect mini dessert for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a party or treating yourself, these bites are sure to impress.Enjoy your baking adventure!

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Ingredients

For the Brownie Bites:

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Peanut Butter Filling:

1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Ganache Topping:

1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

1/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions

Prepare the Brownie Base:

- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.

- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and butter. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring until melted and smooth.

- Stir in the granulated sugar until well combined, then add the eggs, one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.

- Add the vanilla extract and mix well. Gently fold in the flour and salt until just combined.

Bake the Brownie Bites:

- Spoon the brownie batter into each muffin cup, filling them about 2/3 full.

- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean (a few moist crumbs are okay).

- Allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Make the Peanut Butter Filling:

- In a medium bowl, beat together the creamy peanut butter and softened butter until smooth.

- Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue to mix until fully combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.

- Once the brownie bites have cooled, use your thumb to make a small indent in the center of each brownie.

Fill with Peanut Butter:

- Using a small cookie scoop or a teaspoon, fill each indent in the brownie bites with the peanut butter mixture, leveling off the top.

Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:

- In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the chocolate chips and heavy cream. Stir continuously until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Top with Ganache:

- Drizzle or spoon the chocolate ganache over the filled brownie bites, allowing it to naturally spread over the top.

Chill and Serve:

- Refrigerate the brownie bites for about 30 minutes to firm up the ganache.

- Enjoy these sweet treats chilled or at room temperature.

Prep Time: 30 min | Total Time: 1 hr | Servings: 24 bites