Decadent Rocky Road Peanut Butter Brownies

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Decadent Rocky Road Peanut Butter Brownies.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grab a 9x13-inch baking pan and give it a good greasing to ensure your brownies come out easily later on. Now, let’s mix the dry ingredients! In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. This will help to aerate the mixture and ensure a smooth brownie texture.

2. Step 2

   In a separate bowl, combine the sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix them together until they’re well blended. Next, add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Now, it’s time to bring the dry ingredients into the mix! Gradually stir the flour mixture into the sugar mixture until everything is just combined. Don’t overmix; we want those brownies to be fudgy!

3. Step 3

   Spread the brownie batter evenly into your prepared baking pan. Pop it into the oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. While the brownies are baking, let’s prepare the delicious topping!

4. Step 4

   In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter and chocolate chips. Heat them in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy. This should take about 1 to 2 minutes. Once melted, fold in the crispy rice cereal until it’s well coated with the peanut butter-chocolate mixture. If it’s too thick, you can heat it for an additional 30 seconds to make it easier to spread.

5. Step 5

   When the brownies are done baking, take them out of the oven and sprinkle the miniature marshmallows on top. Return the pan to the oven for an additional 2 minutes, just until the marshmallows are slightly puffed and golden. Now, pour the peanut butter and chocolate mixture evenly over the marshmallows, spreading it out to cover them completely. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares. Enjoy your decadent treat!