These Peanut Butter Whip Brownies are chewy, fudgy brownies topped with peanut butter whip & M&M’s. Just another Yummy Bar Recipe that goes beyond delicious! Simple & easy, a must-make for sure!
The kids sure love family game night. Especially when the hubs has been traveling for work (like he did last week) there is nothing like making some goodies & coming together for family time.
These Peanut Butter Whip Brownies I made this time are just another one of my Yummy Bar Recipes that go beyond delicious!
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This incredible peanut butter whip will make your eyes roll back in your head, it is SO GOOD! Then sprinkling these with my FAVORITE treat – M&M’s makes these the new favorite dessert for all our parties. Simple & easy, a must make for sure!
I love how easily these come together. Just pick your favorite brownie mix & bake. While they are cooling you can make your peanut butter whip. Then just spread it on & top with colorful M&M’s of your choice.
brownies with peanut butter
I used plain regular M&M’s this time. But you can also use peanut or another variety or even mix it up with the colors for a holiday.
Heaven – I’m telling you! Absolute heaven!
I also like to nibble while we play – so since I bought the BIG bag of M&M’s® I had some bowls of them around for munching.
You will make these again & again!
Brownie Recipes
Here are some commonly asked questions
What is the best way to cut brownies?
There are a number of ways to get the best cuts when it comes to portioning out the brownies – check out my tips below.
- Use a hot knife, wiping clean after each cut.
- Use a plastic knife – this is my favorite. Not sure why, but they work better.
- Make sure the brownies are completely cooled after baking.
- If the decorations allow, (meaning they won’t be ruined by refrigeration) – chilling the brownies always makes it so much easier to cut them cleanly.
Ingredients for Peanut Butter Whip Brownies
Brownie Layer
- favorite brownie mix + ingredients it calls for – usually oil, eggs & water
Peanut Butter Whip Layer
- creamy peanut butter
- cream cheese – room temperature
- confectioners sugar
- whipped topping – like Cool Whip or similar
- M&M’s®
peanut butter whip
How to make Peanut Butter Whip Brownies
Brownie Layer
- Prepare the brownies to the package directions – bake & cool.
Peanut Butter Whip Layer
- While brownies are cooling – make the topping by beating the softened cream cheese in a mixer bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add the peanut butter and beat until combined.
- Slowly add in the confectioner’s sugar and beat.
- Once incorporated – fold in the whipped topping and then beat for about 30 seconds. Take care to not overdo it so it doesn’t completely deflate.
- Spread the mixture onto the cooled brownies in an even layer.
- Sprinkle on the M&M’s®, cut, and serve.
How many bars does this make?
That will depend on how you cut the bars and which size pan you choose to make the brownies. This recipe usually makes 9 large brownies bars for me when making them in a 9×9 square pan. But I can get up to 16 when making them in a 9×13 pan.
It also depends on how small or large you want them. When making them in the 9×9 pan – I like to make 2 cuts lengthwise making 3 rows. Then I make 3 cuts going the other direction to make the 12 bars or 2 cuts to make 9. But you can cut them however you like.
Why do the ingredients need to be at room temperature?
Room temperature ingredients help to ensure that everything blends together perfectly. You don’t want any pockets of unblended butter, cream cheese, or anything else. You want everything evenly disbursed for the perfect texture.
Can these be made with homemade brownies?
You bet! If you prefer to make your own brownies instead of using a box mix – that would be great too. I have a One-Bowl Brownie recipe that you could try or a super easy 4-Ingredient Nutella Brownie recipe that is delicious too.
Can these brownies be made ahead of time?
You bet. The brownies and the whip can be made ahead of time and kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days prior to serving. Make sure to cover tightly with plastic wrap so it doesn’t dry out.
I recommend keeping the brownies and the whip separate until you are ready to serve. Just stir the whip and then spread it on.
I also recommend waiting to add the M&M’s until you serve these as the cold air in the refrigerator will make the colors bleed and they won’t be very appetizing at that point.
Whipped Peanut Butter
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Peanut Butter Whip Brownies
Ingredients
Brownie Layer
- 1 box favorite brownie mix + ingredients it calls for usually oil, eggs & water
Peanut Butter Whip Layer
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 8 oz cream cheese room temperature
- 1 cup confectioners sugar
- 8 oz whipped topping like Cool Whip or similar
- 1 cup M&M’s®
Instructions
Brownie Layer
- Prepare the brownies to the package directions – bake & cool.
Peanut Butter Whip Layer
- While brownies are cooling – make the topping by beating the softened cream cheese in mixer bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add the peanut butter and beat until combined.
- Slowly add in the confectioners sugar and beat.
- Once incorporated – fold in the whipped topping and then beat for about 30 seconds. Take care to not overdo it so it doesn't completely deflate.
- Spread the mixture onto the cooled brownies in an even layer.
- Sprinkle on the M&M's®, cut and serve.
Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate. Please double-check with your own dietary calculator for the best accuracy. We at Yummi Haus cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site.
Tamar says
You had me at peanut butter!
Gina Kleinworth says
Oh Tamar – I have made this whip twice since I put this post together. It’s incredible –
Makin' it Mo'Betta says
These brownies look AMAZING. Pinned!
Gina Kleinworth says
Thank you so much- they are incredibly good!
Nina Lewis says
Am visiting from the Thrifty Thursday link party. This recipe is on my to-make-as-soon-as-possible list! They sound super delicious.
I have a website Grandma Ideas that has ideas of things that grandmothers could do with grandchildren to strengthen their relationship;. This recipe would be a FABULOUS one to make with grandchildren. I invite you to my link up to share this recipe there. It’s at http://grandmaideas.com. This is something that my readers would really enjoy!
Gina Kleinworth says
Oh I sure hope you LOVE it Nina – thank you – I’ll be over to check out your party too!
All that's Jas says
Nom, nom….licking my computer screen, lol. Thanks for sharing at Thursday Favorite Things. I hope you will join us again next Thursday!
Gina Kleinworth says
Thank you so much – I hope you give it a try.
Karly says
This has my name written all over it! Thanks for linking up with What’s Cookin’ Wednesday!
Jess says
Holy cow I just drooled! 🙂 YUMMY!
Thanks for joining the Link Up this week!
Dee says
These look absolutely amazing! I need to try them — soon. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Gina Kleinworth says
Oh & they are so easy too Dee!!! Enjoy!
Rachel says
Oh, think I just drooled a little. These look divine! Pinning and sharing on FB. Thanks for sharing on Merry Monday!
Miz Helen says
These Brownies are just amazing! Hope you are having a great week and thanks so much for sharing your awesome post with Full Plate Thursday!
Miz Helen