Peanut Butter Molten Lava Brownies

These indulgent and gooey bars are full of fudge and peanut butter cups, making the perfect dessert! MORE+ LESS-

By Betty Crocker Kitchens

September 20, 2016

box Betty Crocker™ fudge molten lava brownie mix

Water, oil and egg called for on brownie box

cup Reese's™ peanut butter cups miniatures, unwrapped and halved

tablespoons Hershey's™ hot fudge topping

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Heat oven to 350°F. Line 8-inch square pan with nonstick foil, leaving enough hanging over sides of pan for easy removal.
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Make brownie batter as directed on box. Spread 1 cup of the brownie batter in bottom of pan; stir 1/2 cup of the peanut butter cup halves into remaining brownie batter, and set aside. Squeeze fudge pouch about 10 seconds. Cut 1/4-inch tip from corner of pouch. Squeeze fudge evenly over brownie batter in pan; cover with remaining batter.
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Bake 35 to 38 minutes or until toothpick inserted 2 inches from side of pan comes out almost clean. Cool 30 minutes; top with remaining peanut butter cup halves. In small microwavable bowl, add hot fudge topping. Microwave uncovered on High 15 to 20 seconds, and drizzle on top of brownies. Cool completely, about 1 1/2 hours.

For easier cutting, use a plastic knife sprayed with cooking spray, or wipe knife clean with a paper towel after each cut.
Regular Hershey’s™ syrup can be substituted for the hot fudge topping, if desired.