It's a party on your plate! Celebrate anytime with this rich and fudge-like Confetti Brownies recipe. Using a fudgy brownie mix infused with REESE'S PIECES Minis Peanut Butter Candy, frosted with a velvety HERSHEY'S Cocoa icing, drizzled with peanut butter and topped with even more REESE'S PIECES Minis, these brownies are bursting with chocolate and peanut butter flavor. An excellent crowd-pleasing favorite for birthdays, potlucks and parties!
Want even more fudgy and peanut butter flavor? Our REESE'S Loaded Fudge is a tasty and festive variation of our Confetti Brownies recipe.
Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom of 13x9x2-inch baking pan.
Prepare brownie mix as directed on package for fudgelike brownies. Spread half of brownie batter into prepared pan.
Sprinkle 3/4 cup candies over batter. Carefully spread remaining batter over candy.
Bake 28 to 30 minutes or until wooden pick inserted 2 inches from side of pan comes out clean. Remove from oven to wire rack; cool slightly.
Prepare and spread Chocolate Frosting over brownie.
Sprinkle and gently press remaining 3/4 cup candies over frosting.
Prepare and drizzle Peanut Butter Drizzle over candy. Cool completely in pan.
Chocolate Frosting:
Melt 1/2 cup butter or margarine in saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat; add 2/3 cup HERSHEY'S Cocoa stirring until smooth. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla and dash of salt. Gradually add 3-1/2 cups powdered sugar with 6 tablespoons hot water, stirring until smooth.
Peanut Butter Drizzle:
Place 3 tablespoons REESE'S Peanut Butter Chips and 1 teaspoon shortening in small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at Medium (50%) 30 seconds; stir. If necessary, microwave at Medium an additional 10 seconds at a time, stirring after each heating, just until chips are melted and mixture is smooth.
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