Triple-Layer Pretzel Brownies

Triple-Layer Pretzel Brownies Recipe Prep: 30 min. Bake: 35 min. + cooling Yield: 24 Servings Ingredients 3 cups crushed pretzels 3/4 cup butter, melted 3 tablespoons sugar 1 package fudge brownie mix (13-inch x 9-inch pan size) 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter Directions In a small bowl, combine the pretzels, butter and sugar. Press into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 400° for 8 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce heat to 350°. Prepare brownie mix batter according to package directions. Pour over prepared crust. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs (do not overbake). Cool completely on a wire rack. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and peanut butter; stir until smooth. Spread over top. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm. Cut into bars. Store in an airtight container. Yield: 2 dozen. Nutritional Facts 1 brownie equals 298 calories, 18 g fat (6 g saturated fat), 33 mg cholesterol, 324 mg sodium, 33 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 5 g protein.