Quick Ganache Peanut Butter Brownies Recipe
Quick Ganache Brownies are a decadent treat featuring a rich, gooey chocolate base topped with a silky peanut butter chocolate ganache. This recipe uses simple ingredients, combines classic chocolate and peanut butter flavors, and delivers deliciously fudgy brownies with a crackly top in just over an hour. Perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings with a homemade touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: 9 medium-sized brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Western
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Brownies:
- 160 g all-purpose flour
- 250 g caster sugar
- 150 g dark chocolate (finely chopped for easier melting)
- 120 ml soy milk
- 60 g cocoa powder (Dutch-processed for a richer color)
- 120 g unsalted butter (preferably Kerrygold)
- 1 1/2 tbsp vanilla essence
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the Ganache:
- 3 tbsp smooth peanut butter (Jif creamy recommended)
- 225 g dark chocolate (finely chopped for smooth ganache)
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Tray and Oven: Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F). Line a 15cm baking tray with baking paper and grease the sides with a small amount of vegan butter to prevent sticking. Using a larger tray will produce thinner brownies, so adjust ingredient amounts if needed.
- Prepare the Wet Ingredients: Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over low heat. Add soy milk, caster sugar, and vanilla essence, stirring to combine. Then stir in 150 g of finely chopped dark chocolate. Remove from heat and continue stirring until the chocolate fully melts and the mixture is smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, Dutch-processed cocoa powder, and salt. Mix these dry ingredients thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
- Mix Ingredients and Bake: Pour the wet chocolate mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir well until the batter is fully combined and consistent. Pour the batter into the prepared baking tray, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Cool the Brownies: Remove the brownies from the oven once they have a crackly top but remain gooey in the center. Allow them to cool completely in the baking tray before adding the ganache.
- Make and Apply the Chocolate Peanut Ganache: Melt the remaining 225 g of dark chocolate in a saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in the smooth peanut butter until fully mixed. Immediately pour the ganache over the cooled brownies and spread evenly. Place the tray in the fridge for at least 1 hour to let the ganache set.
- Final Touch and Enjoy: After the ganache has set, sprinkle flaky salt on top for an enhanced flavor contrast. Cut the brownies into pieces and serve your delicious, rich ganache brownies.
Notes
- Use a small 15cm baking tray for thick brownies; larger trays will yield thinner brownies.
- Ensure chocolate is finely chopped for faster, even melting.
- Cooling brownies completely before adding ganache ensures a smooth, even topping.
- Flaky salt on top adds a delightful balance to the sweetness.
- Store brownies refrigerated after ganache application to maintain texture and freshness.
Keywords: Brownies, Ganache, Peanut Butter, Chocolate, Quick Dessert, Fudgy Brownies, Vegan Butter, Soy Milk
