Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch
– ⅓ cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
– ½ teaspoon baking powder
– ¼ teaspoon salt
– 4 large eggs (room temperature)
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– ¾ cup butter (room temperature)
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– ¼ cup butter
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
– ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
– 1 jar marshmallow fluff (approximately 7 ounces)
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 2 cups salted peanuts
– 11 ounces caramel bits
– ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
– 2 cups milk chocolate chips
– 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
Instructions
1-How to Prepare the Perfect Snickers Brownies: Step-by-Step Guide: Creating Snickers Brownies starts with simple steps that lead to a layered masterpiece full of rich chocolate and peanut flavors. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper to get things going smoothly. This preparation helps the brownies release easily and keeps the edges crisp. Follow along to build each layer, from the fudgy base to the final chocolate top, for a treat that’s sure to impress.
2-First, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, ⅓ cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt in a bowl. This dry mix forms the foundation of your brownie base. In another bowl, beat 4 large eggs, 2 cups granulated sugar, ¾ cup butter, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating a smooth batter that blends everything perfectly.
3-Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture on low speed, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, until the edges set but the center stays moist. Let the brownies cool completely, then refrigerate for 2 hours to firm up the layers. This step ensures the base holds up well for the toppings, making your Snickers Brownies recipe with rich chocolate even better.
4-Adding the Nougat Layer: Once your brownie base is chilled, it’s time for the nougat. Heat ¼ cup butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, and ¼ cup heavy whipping cream in a saucepan until it boils. Let it boil until it reaches 246°F or thickens to coat the back of a spoon, about 6 minutes, for the right consistency. Remove from heat and stir in ¼ cup creamy peanut butter, 1 jar of marshmallow fluff, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. Explore more peanut-based desserts on our site for ideas to enhance this step. Spread this mixture over the brownies and press 2 cups salted peanuts evenly into it, then chill to set.
5-Moving on, melt 11 ounces caramel bits with ¼ cup heavy whipping cream in the microwave, using 30-second intervals and stirring until smooth. Pour this over the nougat and peanuts, then chill again to firm up. Finally, melt 2 cups milk chocolate chips with 1 teaspoon vegetable oil in the microwave, stirring in intervals until shiny and smooth. Spread it evenly over the caramel layer and chill for 15-20 minutes before cutting. Serve your Snickers Brownies slightly chilled for the best taste and texture, as this helps the layers hold together nicely.
Last Step:
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🧈 Use unsalted butter to control salt levels more effectively.
🌡️ Employ a candy thermometer for precise nougat temperature.
🥜 Crunchy peanut butter adds extra texture to the nougat layer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chilling Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking, assembling layers
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 942
- Sugar: 45 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 56 g
- Saturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 94 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
