Brownie Batter Snickers Bars
Brownie Batter Snickers Bars
Ingredients
For the Brownie Base
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup plant-based milk
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil, (optional, for oil-free use more plant-based milk)
For the Peanut Caramel Layer
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
For the Topping
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
- 6 ounces dark chocolate, melted
Instructions
- 1
Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides to easily lift the bars out later.
⏱️ 2 min
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt for the brownie base.
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
Add the vanilla extract, plant-based milk, and melted coconut oil (if using) to the dry ingredients. Mix until a thick, cohesive brownie batter forms. Do not overmix.
⏱️ 5 min
- 4
Transfer the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish. Using a spatula or your hands, press the batter evenly and firmly across the bottom of the dish to form a compact base.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
In a separate small bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and maple syrup for the caramel layer. Mix thoroughly until well combined and a gooey, stretchy caramel-like consistency is achieved.
⏱️ 3 min
- 6
Pour the prepared peanut butter caramel mixture over the brownie base. Spread it evenly to cover the entire surface.
⏱️ 3 min
- 7
Generously sprinkle the chopped roasted peanuts over the caramel layer, pressing them gently into the caramel.
⏱️ 2 min
- 8
Pour the melted dark chocolate over the layer of peanuts. Spread the chocolate evenly to create a smooth top layer, ensuring all peanuts are covered.
⏱️ 3 min
- 9
Place the baking dish in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours, or until the bars are completely set and firm.
⏱️ 120 min
- 10
Once set, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the entire slab out of the baking dish. Place it on a cutting board and cut into individual bars using a sharp knife.
⏱️ 4 min
Kitchen Tools
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Brownie Batter Snickers Bars
For the Brownie Base
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup plant-based milk
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil, (optional, for oil-free use more plant-based milk)
For the Peanut Caramel Layer
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
For the Topping
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
- 6 ounces dark chocolate, melted
Instructions
- 1
Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides to easily lift the bars out later.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt for the brownie base.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Add the vanilla extract, plant-based milk, and melted coconut oil (if using) to the dry ingredients. Mix until a thick, cohesive brownie batter forms. Do not overmix.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Transfer the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish. Using a spatula or your hands, press the batter evenly and firmly across the bottom of the dish to form a compact base.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
In a separate small bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and maple syrup for the caramel layer. Mix thoroughly until well combined and a gooey, stretchy caramel-like consistency is achieved.
⏱️ 3 min - 6
Pour the prepared peanut butter caramel mixture over the brownie base. Spread it evenly to cover the entire surface.
⏱️ 3 min - 7
Generously sprinkle the chopped roasted peanuts over the caramel layer, pressing them gently into the caramel.
⏱️ 2 min - 8
Pour the melted dark chocolate over the layer of peanuts. Spread the chocolate evenly to create a smooth top layer, ensuring all peanuts are covered.
⏱️ 3 min - 9
Place the baking dish in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours, or until the bars are completely set and firm.
⏱️ 120 min - 10
Once set, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the entire slab out of the baking dish. Place it on a cutting board and cut into individual bars using a sharp knife.
⏱️ 4 min