Best 8 Ez Peanut Butter Candy Recipes

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Peanut butter candy is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this candy is perfect for parties, potlucks, or as a gift. With its creamy texture and sweet and salty flavor, ez peanut butter candy is sure to be a hit!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

OLD FASHIONED PEANUT BUTTER CANDY



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Easy and delicious old-fashioned peanut butter candy.

Provided by Sandi Gaertner

Categories     Gluten Free Dessert Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup creamy peanut butter
2 cups powdered sugar (for candy)
powdered sugar (optional if you want to roll the candy in this.)
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Place waxed paper on the counter and put half the dough onto the paper.
  • Roll out (like playdough!) into a long snake. Repeat with the second half of the dough.
  • Wrap in the wax paper and refrigerate for 20 minutes (this is optional).
  • Optional: roll the peanut butter roll in powdered sugar. You can also add tiny chocolate chips as a mix-in when making this recipe!)
  • Slice the candy and wrap each piece in a square of wax paper.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 112 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Sodium 51 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 11 g

PEANUT BUTTER CANDY



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During the holidays, I make a lot of candy for friends, and this simple recipe seems to be a favorite. The white chocolate and chunky peanut butter make a perfect blend. -Deloris Morrow, Lake City, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield about 1-1/2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1/2 teaspoon butter
1-1/4 pounds white candy coating, coarsely chopped
1-1/2 cups chunky peanut butter

Steps:

  • Line a 9-in. square pan with foil; butter the foil with 1/2 teaspoon butter and set aside. , In a microwave-safe bowl, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Stir in peanut butter until melted. Transfer to prepared pan. Cool to room temperature. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 22g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 118mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CARAMELIZED CANDIED PEANUTS



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Caramelized peanuts are coated with a delightfully crunchy sugar coating. They're easily made at home with just sugar, water, and raw peanuts.

Provided by Christine Benlafquih

Categories     Snack

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups peanuts (raw with skin)
1 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup water
1 to 2 pinches coarse salt, optional
Splash orange flower water , or rose water, optional

Steps:

  • Be sure the caramelized peanuts have cooled completely before storing them in an airtight container. Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 7 mg, Sugar 27 g, Fat 18 g, ServingSize 2 cups (8 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

PEANUT BUTTER CANDY



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A quick and easy candy that is very rich.

Provided by Julie Wayment

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups white sugar
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
¾ cup milk
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅓ cup crunchy peanut butter

Steps:

  • Butter an 8x8x2 inch square pan. Set aside.
  • In a 2 quart saucepan with a candy thermometer inserted, cook sugar, light corn syrup, milk, and salt, until thermometer reads 234 degrees F (112 degrees C). Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and peanut butter.
  • Put peanut butter mixture in a large mixing bowl and beat until mixture begins to thicken. Pour into prepared pan. Chill until completely cooled. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.2 calories, Carbohydrate 28.7 g, Cholesterol 0.9 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 32.4 mg, Sugar 26.7 g

EASY PEANUT BUTTER & CHOCOLATE ECLAIR DESSERT



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Make and share this Easy Peanut Butter & Chocolate Eclair Dessert recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jennygal

Categories     Dessert

Time 8h20m

Yield 24 squares, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 3/4 cups cold milk
1 (106 g) package instant vanilla pudding
1/4 cup smooth peanut butter
3 cups thawed Cool Whip
45 graham wafers (enough to fix a 9x13 pan)
6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate baking squares
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Pour milk into a large bowl. Add pudding mix and beat with wire whisk 2 min or until well blended. Add peanut butter and mix well. Gently stir in whipped topping.
  • Layer 1/3 of grahams and half of the pudding mixture in a 9x13 pan, breaking grahams if necessary to fit. Repeat layers topping with graham crackers.
  • Microwave chocolate and butter on med heat for 1.5 min, stirring after 1 minute Stir until completely melted and then spread over grahams.
  • Refrigerate at least 8 hours. Store in fridge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.5, Fat 10.6, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 6.3, Sodium 225.7, Carbohydrate 32.3, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 18.6, Protein 3.5

3-INGREDIENT PEANUT BUTTER CUPS RECIPE BY TASTY



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We've all had our cravings: sometimes sweet, sometimes salty. But have you ever craved both at once? Sometimes you just need your sweet-salty fix and, well, you can count on a Reese's cup to deliver. Or, you can just make your own! With only three ingredients and the simplest of directions, these are way easier to throw together than you might think. Get ready for your very own candy factory extravaganza to begin!

Provided by Camille Bergerson

Categories     Desserts

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 tablespoons powdered sugar, sifted
½ cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup chocolate, melted

Steps:

  • Prepare a cupcake tin with 6 liners.
  • Stir peanut butter and powdered sugar together until smooth.
  • Spread 1 to 2 tablespoons of chocolate in the bottom of each cupcake liner.
  • Dollop 1 to 2 teaspoons of the peanut butter mixture on top of the chocolate.
  • Cover each dollop of peanut butter with more chocolate and smooth out the top.
  • Refrigerate for 1 hour or until chocolate has hardened.
  • Remove peanut butter cups from the liners.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 20 grams

EMILY'S EASY PEANUT BUTTER CANDY!



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This is a REALLY good recipe that my family loves! It calls for only 4 ingredients and takes approx. 5 minutes to make. You'll Love it!

Provided by Peppergirl_24

Categories     Candy

Time 5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup peanut butter
1 cup corn syrup
1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
1 1/4 cups powdered milk

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients together.
  • Roll it into little balls, then eat it.
  • You may also refrigerate the balls for a colder treat!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470.7, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 19.4, Sodium 223.4, Carbohydrate 62.1, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 39.2, Protein 13.4

EASY PEANUT BUTTER & CHOCOLATE ÉCLAIR DESSERT



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Discover a delicious peanut butter-chocolate éclair dessert made with graham crackers. This Easy Peanut Butter-Chocolate Éclair Dessert is a unique dish.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 8h30m

Yield 24 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pkg. (3.4 oz.) JELL-O Vanilla Flavor Instant Pudding
1-3/4 cups cold milk
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1 tub (8 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed
24 graham crackers
1-1/2 pkg. (4 oz. each) BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate (6 oz.), broken into pieces
3 Tbsp. butter

Steps:

  • Beat pudding mix and milk in large bowl with whisk 2 min. Add peanut butter; mix well. Stir in COOL WHIP. Layer 1/3 of the grahams and half of the pudding mixture in 13x9-inch dish, breaking grahams as necessary to fit. Repeat layers. Top with remaining grahams.
  • Microwave chocolate and butter in microwaveable bowl on HIGH 2 min. or until butter is melted, stirring after 1 min. Stir until chocolate is completely melted and mixture is well blended. Spread over grahams.
  • Refrigerate 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 150 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g

Tips:

  • Use a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent the candy from burning.
  • Stir the candy constantly to prevent it from sticking to the pan.
  • If you want a creamier candy, add a little bit of cream or milk.
  • For a sweeter candy, add a little bit of sugar.
  • If you want a more peanut buttery candy, add a little bit more peanut butter.
  • Be careful not to overcook the candy. It should be cooked until it reaches a temperature of 235 degrees Fahrenheit (113 degrees Celsius).

Conclusion:

Peanut butter candy is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a candy that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give peanut butter candy a try. You won't be disappointed!

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