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Banana Cream Brownie Dessert

1 package fudge brownie mix (13x9" pan)
1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips, divided
3/4 cup dry-roasted peanuts, chopped, divided
3 medium firm bananas
1 2/3 cups cold milk
2 packages (5.1 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Prepare brownie batter according to package directions for fudge-like brownies.
Stir in 1/2 cup chocolate chips and 1/4 cup peanuts.
Spread into a greased 13x9x2" baking pan.
Bake at 350 degrees for 28-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
Cool on a wire rack.
Slice bananas;  arrange in a single layer over brownies.
Chop the remaining chocolate chips.
Sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped chips and 1/4 cup peanuts over bananas.
In a mixing bowl, beat the milk and pudding mixes on low speed for 2 minutes.
Fold in whipped topping.
Spread over the top.
Sprinkle with remaining chips and peanuts.
Refrigerate leftovers.

*12-15 servings

(Quick Cooking - Nov/Dec 2002)