Barb’s Royal Brownies

I had my Weber Smokey Mountain smoker going the other day to make some Tasso ham and to smoke some beans. After the cooking was done, I decided to whip up this great recipe for Barb’s royal brownies. I found the recipe in the most recent copy of Chile Pepper magazine (sadly, no longer around!).

Since this came from a magazine devoted to all things zesty, I knew that the brownies would have some great kick. And they did. They were fantastic! Chewy, chocolatey, a hint of smokiness, and just a bit of kickin’ spice. Absolutely great with some of my homemade Neapolitan ice cream.

Barbs Royal Brownies

Fantastic Brownies With A Smoky Twist

The ‘Barb’ in this case is Barbara Milroy, one of the owners of Texas Rib Rangers Products. Pick up a few bottles of their rubs and sauces, you’ll love them. And tell them how much you love Barb’s Royal Brownies.

Making dessert on the grill or smoker is fun. Also try my grilled strawberry shortcake with lemon cream.

Barb's Royal Brownies
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Barb’s Royal Brownies

Chewy, chocolatey, a hint of smokiness, and just a bit of kickin’ spice. Absolutely great with some of my homemade Neapolitan ice cream.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword brownies, smoked
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 378kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Note: Make sure your smoker is sitting on level ground so that your brownies cook consistently throughout.
  • Fire up your smoker for 275 F. You can also use a grill, cooking over indirect heat.
  • Melt the butter and chocolate in a small saucepan over medium heat. Pour into the bowl of a mixer.
  • Add the sugar, flour and cayenne.
  • Turn mixer on medium and add the eggs, one at a time.
  • Add the vanilla and continue blending until well blended.
  • Spray a 9″ x 13″ aluminum pan with non-stick spray.
  • Pour in the brownie mixture.
  • Smoke for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted into the brownies comes out clean.

Nutrition

Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 24mg | Potassium: 93mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 624IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Nutella Pretzel Brownies

Brownies. Pretzels. Nutella. You don’t really need to say any more about these little Nutella pretzel brownies. They’re a bit sweet. And a bit salty. And a bit nutty. They’re really, really good. The pretzels also add a nice crunchy outside, and the fudge brownies have a smooth, creamy chocolatey inside. Great for a crowd. Well, if you can keep people eating too many of them that is!

Nutella Pretzel Brownies

The Perfect Combination

I have to admit, Nutella’s rather addicting. It was tempting to not lick the spoon while frosting these Nutella pretzel brownies. It took all of the energy I had to stop myself.

Also try my chocolate with Nutella milk shake.

Nutella Pretzel Brownies
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Nutella Pretzel Brownies

Brownies. Pretzels. Nutella. You don’t really need to say any more about these little Nutella pretzel brownies. They’re a bit sweet. And a bit salty. And a bit nutty. 
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword brownies, nutella, pretzels
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 48 brownies
Calories 68kcal

Ingredients

For the crust

For the brownies

  • 1 box brownie mix along with the ingredients required to prepare the mix

For the frosting/topping

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 F.

For the crust

  • Place pretzels into a blender or food processor and process until they’re all in small pieces.
  • Add the brown sugar and pulse until combined.
  • Add the melted butter and pulse until combined.
  • Spray a 8 x 8 baking pan (or whatever size you wish to use, refer to the browning mix box) with non-stick spray.
  • Pour in the pretzel mixture and spread out evenly. Press down on it with a spatula or the back of a spoon.
  • Bake 12-15 minutes until firm.
  • Make the brownie mixture per package instructions. Pour over the pretzel crust and gently spread out evenly.
  • Bake per package instructions. Remove from oven and let cool completely, at least 45 minutes.
  • Spread Nutella over the tops of the brownies.
  • Add pretzels for garnish.
  • Cut into pieces and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 68kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 63mg | Potassium: 6mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 22IU | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.