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Rocky Road Brownies Recipe

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Delight in these decadent Rocky Road Brownies featuring a rich chocolate base studded with mini marshmallows and salted peanuts, topped with a luscious chocolate glaze. Perfectly fudgy and topped with a crunchy, sweet, and salty combination, these brownies are a crowd-pleasing treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Brownie Batter

  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup chocolate chips (for batter)

Topping

  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • ½ cup salted peanuts
  • ½ cup chocolate chips (for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon butter (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with butter to prevent sticking.
  2. Melt butter and mix wet ingredients: In a medium saucepan, melt ½ cup butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Add dry ingredients and chocolate chips: Stir in ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ½ cup all-purpose flour, and ⅛ teaspoon salt until the batter is smooth and uniform. Gently fold in ½ cup chocolate chips to add bursts of chocolate throughout.
  4. Bake the brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the center is just set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  5. Add marshmallows and peanuts: While the brownies are still hot, sprinkle 1 cup of mini marshmallows and ½ cup salted peanuts evenly on top. Gently press them into the warm brownies so they adhere.
  6. Prepare chocolate drizzle: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt ½ cup chocolate chips together with 1 tablespoon butter in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until completely smooth. Drizzle this chocolate glaze over the top of the marshmallow and peanut layer.
  7. Cool and serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely at room temperature. For cleaner, easier slicing, chill the brownies in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • Ensure not to overbake the brownies; they should be fudgy and moist inside.
  • Pressing the marshmallows and peanuts gently helps them stick without sinking into the batter.
  • You can substitute salted peanuts with other nuts or omit if nut allergies are a concern.
  • For a richer chocolate topping, use high-quality chocolate chips or dark chocolate.
  • Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate to extend freshness.

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