Ingredients

1 cup water, divided

1/2 cup brown sugar

2 tbsp. cocoa

2 1/2 cup brownie mix

1/2 cup chocolate chips

1/4 cup peanut butter

1 egg

1 tbsp. butter, softened

Preparation

Combine 3/4 cup water, brown sugar, and cocoa in a saucepan. Bring to a boil.

Combine the remaining ingredients in a small bowl. Mix together well.

Spread the batter evenly in the bottom of a lightly buttered slow cooker.

Pour boiling cocoa mixture over the batter.

Cover and cook on high for 2 hours. Turn heat off and let stand for another 30 minutes.

Spoon into dessert dishes and serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream.