Best 3 Maple Peanut Delights Recipes

Maple peanut delights are a delectable treat that perfectly blend the sweetness of maple syrup with the nutty flavor of peanuts. Originating from the vibrant culinary scene of Southeast Asia, these bite-sized morsels are often enjoyed as a snack or a dessert. With their crispy outer layer and soft, chewy interior, maple peanut delights offer a delightful balance of textures. Whether you're a seasoned baker looking to expand your dessert repertoire or a culinary novice eager to try something new, this article will guide you through finding the best recipe for maple peanut delights.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MAPLE PEANUT DELIGHTS

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Meet the Cook: This wonderful candy recipe makes a big batch - enough to fill several Christmas gift boxes and still have treats left for my husband, Albert, and our grandchildren. One of our daughters-in-law shared the recipe a few years ago. -Katie Stutzman, Goshen, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 8 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
6 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon maple flavoring
2 pounds dark chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped
1 cup chopped peanuts

Steps:

In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, confectioners' sugar and flavoring until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. , Shape into 1-in. balls. In a microwave, melt candy coating, stirring often. Dip balls in coating; sprinkle with peanuts. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 46mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

APPLE PEANUT BUTTER DELIGHTS

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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories dessert

Time 16m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

6 whole-wheat English muffins
1 cup peanut butter
2 medium Granny Smith apples, cored and thinly sliced
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Halve the muffins and spread a heaping tablespoon of peanut butter on each half. Layer the apple slices on the peanut butter. Mix the sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg together in a small bowl and sprinkle about 2 teaspoons on top of each muffin half.
Put the muffin halves on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes. Set the oven to low broil and cook until bubbly and caramelized, about 3 minutes.

MICHIGAN MAPLE PEANUT BUTTER SHEET CAKE

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A magical melting moment of pure maple pleasure mixed with the wholesome goodness of peanut butter in a soft, moist delicious cake topped with a nutty peanut butter frosting. You can even add a cream cheese frosting drizzle for extra-special occasions!

Provided by calabash0420

Categories Desserts Cakes Sheet Cake Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 21

Ingredients

2 cups white sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup hot water
⅔ cup creamy peanut butter
½ cup butter
1 cup vanilla yogurt
2 eggs
1 teaspoon baking soda
⅔ cup chunky peanut butter
½ cup butter
6 tablespoons milk
2 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon pure Michigan maple syrup
½ cup finely chopped walnuts
⅓ cup finely chopped pecans
¼ cup sliced almonds
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon milk
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease and flour the bottom of a 15x20-inch rimmed baking sheet or jelly roll pan, or line it with parchment paper.
Sift white sugar and flour together in a bowl.
Combine hot water, creamy peanut butter, and 1/2 cup butter in a saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Remove from heat.
Blend yogurt, eggs, and baking soda together in a bowl. Pour peanut butter mixture into egg mixture in a steady stream, stirring constantly. Mix flour mixture into peanut butter mixture until batter is combined. Spread batter into prepared baking sheet.
Bake in preheated oven until the center of the cake springs back when touched lightly with a fingertip, about 20 minutes. Cool on wire rack.
Combine chunky peanut butter, 1/2 cup butter, and 6 tablespoons milk in a small saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low; stir in confectioners' sugar and maple syrup until sugar dissolves and frosting is smooth. Pour warm frosting over warm cake. Sprinkle walnuts, pecans, and almonds over the top; cool completely.
Stir cream cheese, 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar, and 1 tablespoon milk together in a bowl until smooth; add almond extract. Fold whipped topping into cream cheese mixture until frosting is creamy and runny. Drizzle cream cheese frosting over the top of cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.9 calories, Carbohydrate 47.1 g, Cholesterol 47 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 218.2 mg, Sugar 36.3 g

Tips:

Use high-quality maple syrup for the best flavor.
If you don't have peanut butter chips, you can use chopped peanuts.
Be careful not to overcook the delights, or they will become dry and crumbly.
Let the delights cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
The delights can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Maple peanut delights are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a snack, a dessert, or a gift, maple peanut delights are sure to please.