A rustic presentation of brownie goody bars, elegantly arranged on a wooden table. The bars have a rich, fudgy brownie base topped with a layer of creamy caramel and crunchy peanuts, finished with a smooth chocolate glaze. Some bars are stacked on a wooden cutting board, while others are cut into squares to showcase the gooey layers. Scattered around are chocolate chunks, caramel drizzle, and chopped nuts. Soft natural lighting enhances the warm and indulgent feel, with gentle shadows and a hint of greenery in the background.

Brownie Goody Bars

Total time 2 hours 54 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 1 box 1 lb 3.8 oz Betty Crocker fudge brownie mix
  • Water vegetable oil and eggs called for on brownie mix box
  • 1 container 1 lb Betty Crocker Rich & Creamy or Whipped vanilla frosting
  • ¾ cup salted peanuts coarsely chopped
  • 3 cups crisp rice cereal
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 bag 12 oz semisweet chocolate chips (2 cups)

Instructions

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Grease bottom only of 13 x 9-inch pan with shortening or cooking spray.
  • Make and bake brownie mix as directed on box for 13 x 9-inch pan.
  • Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Spread brownies with frosting.
  • Sprinkle with peanuts; refrigerate while making cereal mixture.
  • Place cereal in large bowl; set aside.
  • In 1-quart saucepan, melt peanut butter and chocolate chips over low heat, stirring constantly.
  • Pour over cereal in bowl, stirring until evenly coated.
  • Spread over frosted brownies.
  • Cool completely before cutting, about 1 hour.
  • Cut into 5 rows by 4 rows.
  • Store tightly covered at room temperature.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Instead of peanuts, try using chopped walnuts or pecans. Or try drizzling caramel topping over the top of the bars for an even sweeter treat!

Nutritional Information

Serving: 1 brownie | Calories: 490 kcal | Carbohydrates: 55 g | Protein: 7 g | Fat: 24 g
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Recipe Category Chocolate / Cupcakes-Brownies
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