Triple-Layer Pretzel Brownie

• 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

1. Preheat oven to 400°. In a small bowl, combine pretzels, butter and sugar. Press into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake 8 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
2. Reduce heat to 350°. Prepare brownie mix batter according to package directions. Pour over prepared crust. Bake 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.
3. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and peanut butter; stir until smooth. Spread over top. Refrigerate 30 minutes or until firm. Cut into bars. Store in an airtight container. Yield: 2 dozen.