Description
Gourmet peanut butter brownie pizza blends dessert indulgence with playful presentation. Chocolate base gets topped with creamy peanut butter, chocolate drizzle, and sweet candy pieces for a crowd-pleasing treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box brownie mix
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup (120 ml) vegetable oil
- ¼ cup (60 ml) water
- ½ cup (120 ml) creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup (120 ml) chocolate chips
- ¼ cup (60 ml) chopped peanuts
- ¼ cup (60 ml) mini Reeses Pieces
- ¼ cup (60 ml) mini marshmallows or chocolate chips or sprinkles
Instructions
- Preparation: Grease a 12-inch pizza pan or line with parchment paper. Preheat the oven to 350F (175C), positioning the rack in the center for even baking.
- Brownie Base: Combine brownie mix with vegetable oil, eggs, and water in a large bowl. Fold in mini chocolate chips, ensuring even distribution. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it smoothly to create a uniform layer that reaches all edges.
- Baking Process: Slide the pan into the preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes. Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should come out clean. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10-15 minutes, creating a stable foundation for the topping.
- Peanut Butter Topping: Whip peanut butter, powdered sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until achieving a creamy, smooth consistency. Gently spread the mixture over the cooled brownie base, using a spatula to create an even layer without disturbing the brownie surface.
- Finishing Touches: Generously sprinkle mini chocolate chips and chopped peanuts across the peanut butter layer. For an extra flavor dimension, drizzle chocolate syrup in a zigzag pattern and optionally dust with a pinch of sea salt to enhance the sweet-savory contrast.
- Serving: Slice the dessert pizza into triangular wedges, creating an appealing presentation that invites sharing and indulgence.
Notes
- Prevent Overbaking: Check brownies at 18 minutes using the toothpick test to ensure a moist, fudgy texture without drying out the base.
- Smooth Peanut Butter Layer: Let brownie cool completely before spreading peanut butter mixture to prevent cracking and maintain clean, distinct layers.
- Customize Toppings: Swap chopped peanuts with crushed pretzels or almonds for texture variation, or use dairy-free chocolate chips for vegan adaptation.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure eggs, butter, and peanut butter are at room temperature for smoother mixing and more consistent batter texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg