Crunchy Brownies

45 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Prepare the brownie mix according to the box directions.
  2. 2Prepare the brownie mix according to the box directions.
  3. 3Prepare the brownie mix according to the box directions.
  4. 4Grease a 9x13 pan.
  5. 5Grease a 9x13 pan.
  6. 6Grease a 9x13 pan.
  7. 7Pour the brownie mixture into the greased pan.
  8. 8Pour the brownie mixture into the greased pan.
  9. 9Pour the brownie mixture into the greased pan.
  10. 10Bake the brownies at 325°F for 35 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. 11Bake the brownies at 325°F for 35 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  12. 12Bake the brownies at 325°F for 35 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  13. 13Set the brownies aside to cool completely.
  14. 14Set the brownies aside to cool completely.
  15. 15Set the brownies aside to cool completely.
  16. 16For the ganache, microwave 3/4 cup of heavy cream for 90 seconds.
  17. 17For the ganache, microwave 3/4 cup of heavy cream for 90 seconds.
  18. 18For the ganache, microwave 3/4 cup of heavy cream for 90 seconds.
  19. 19Pour the hot cream over 8 ounces of dark chocolate and mix until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
  20. 20Pour the hot cream over 8 ounces of dark chocolate and mix until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
  21. 21Pour the hot cream over 8 ounces of dark chocolate and mix until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
  22. 22Pour the ganache over the cooled brownie layer and spread it evenly.
  23. 23Pour the ganache over the cooled brownie layer and spread it evenly.
  24. 24Pour the ganache over the cooled brownie layer and spread it evenly.
  25. 25For the crunch layer, melt one bag of semi-sweet chocolate chips with 3/4 cup of peanut butter in a microwaveable safe bowl until combined.
  26. 26For the crunch layer, melt one bag of semi-sweet chocolate chips with 3/4 cup of peanut butter in a microwaveable safe bowl until combined.
  27. 27For the crunch layer, melt one bag of semi-sweet chocolate chips with 3/4 cup of peanut butter in a microwaveable safe bowl until combined.
  28. 28In a large bowl, combine 5 to 6 cups of Rice Krispies with the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture, mixing well.
  29. 29In a large bowl, combine 5 to 6 cups of Rice Krispies with the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture, mixing well.
  30. 30In a large bowl, combine 5 to 6 cups of Rice Krispies with the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture, mixing well.
  31. 31Spread the crunchy mixture evenly over the ganache layer, patting it down and smoothing it out.
  32. 32Spread the crunchy mixture evenly over the ganache layer, patting it down and smoothing it out.
  33. 33Spread the crunchy mixture evenly over the ganache layer, patting it down and smoothing it out.
  34. 34Serve and enjoy!
  35. 35Serve and enjoy!
  36. 36Serve and enjoy!

Ingredients

  • 2 boxes Ghirardelli double chocolate brownie mix
  • 2 boxes Ghirardelli double chocolate brownie mix
  • 2 boxes Ghirardelli double chocolate brownie mix
  • 0.75 cup heavy cream
  • 0.75 cup heavy cream
  • 0.75 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces dark chocolate
  • 8 ounces dark chocolate
  • 8 ounces dark chocolate
  • 1 bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 0.75 cup peanut butter
  • 0.75 cup peanut butter
  • 0.75 cup peanut butter
  • 5 cups Rice Krispies
  • 5 cups Rice Krispies
  • 5 cups Rice Krispies
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies

Equipment

9x13 panmicrowaveable safe bowl

Tips

  • Let the brownies cool before adding the ganache.
  • Use crunchy peanut butter for an extra crunchy layer.