Description
Reeses peanut butter brownie pie delivers a heavenly chocolate and peanut butter fusion that delights dessert enthusiasts. Rich layers of gooey brownie and creamy peanut butter create an irresistible treat you won’t be able to resist.
Ingredients
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Chocolate Base:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Peanut Butter Filling:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping:
- 12 Reeses peanut butter cups, chopped
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp caramel sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and thoroughly grease a 9-inch pie dish to ensure smooth removal of the dessert later.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt until completely combined and lump-free.
- Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add eggs, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract. Blend the mixture using an electric mixer until a smooth, rich chocolate batter forms.
- Pour the chocolate batter into the prepared pie dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom and sides, creating a uniform chocolate base.
- For the peanut butter filling, cream together peanut butter, powdered sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until light and fluffy.
- Carefully spread the peanut butter mixture over the chocolate base, creating a distinct layer that covers the entire surface.
- Sprinkle chopped Reeses peanut butter cups evenly across the top of the pie, followed by chocolate chips and chopped peanuts.
- Drizzle caramel sauce in a decorative pattern over the toppings for an extra layer of indulgence.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before slicing to help it set properly.
- Slice and serve at room temperature, enjoying the rich combination of chocolate and peanut butter flavors.
Notes
- Swap out regular flour with gluten-free flour blend for a celiac-friendly version that maintains the same delicious texture and taste.
- Reduce sugar content by using alternative sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit for a lower-calorie dessert that still satisfies sweet cravings.
- Use natural peanut butter with no added sugars to create a cleaner, more wholesome filling that enhances the overall nutritional profile of the pie.
- Experiment with dairy-free butter alternatives and plant-based milk to make the recipe vegan-friendly without compromising the rich, decadent flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 372
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 215 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 38 mg