Peanut Butter Brownies

Description
This smooth, modern brownie is made and packed with real peanut butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar and always delivers a thick aroma that it relishes.

For the brownie base

 * 3 cups powdered sugar
 * ½ cup peanut butter, regular or reduced fat/sugar-free only
 * ¼ cup softened butter
 * 3 oz. pkg. softened cream cheese
 * 3 tbsp. milk, any type
 * 1 ⅜ chopped cashews, optional

For the glaze

 * ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
 * 1 tbsp. shortening

Directions

 * 1) In a large bowl, combine powdered sugar, peanut butter, butter, cream cheese, milk, and chopped cashews (optional); then beat until light and fluffy.
 * 2) Spread evenly over brownies. In a small saucepan, combine chocolate chips and shortening. Cook over low heat to melt.
 * 3) Drizzle over the frosting. Serve cold and plain or with other desserts. Sell per piece, if desired.

Contributed by:

 * World Recipes Y-Group