Best 20 Peanut Treats Recipes

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Are you a fan of sweet and savory snacks? If so, then peanut treats are definitely worth trying! From classic peanut butter cookies to delicious peanut brittle and even unique peanut butter fudge, there's something for everyone to enjoy. With a variety of recipes available, you can easily find the perfect peanut treat to satisfy your cravings. In this article, we will explore some of the best peanut treat recipes that are sure to delight your taste buds. We'll cover everything from simple no-bake recipes to more elaborate creations that are perfect for special occasions. So, whether you're looking for a quick and easy snack or a special treat to impress your friends and family, we've got you covered. Let's get started and discover the wonderful world of peanut treats!

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

PEANUT BUTTER DOG TREATS



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Make and share this Peanut Butter Dog Treats recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CookingBaking Girl

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 1h10m

Yield 24 biscuits, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cups white flour
2 cups uncooked oatmeal
1/2 cup peanut butter
2 cups hot water

Steps:

  • mix together flour,oatmeal, and peanut butter.
  • add hot water to make firm dough. Use more water if dough is too dry.
  • Knead dough on a floured surface. a counter works well.
  • Roll dough with a rolling pin or flatten with your hands until it is about a 1/4 inch thick. Keep a little flour in case the rolling pin or your hands get sticky.
  • cut dough with your favorite cookie cutter.
  • grease a cookie sheet with cooking spray.
  • place biscuits on cookie sheet.
  • bake in 350 degree oven for 40 minutes
  • let biscuits cool for an hour and put in the fridge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 800.1, Fat 20, SaturatedFat 4, Sodium 154.5, Carbohydrate 128.8, Fiber 9.3, Sugar 3.9, Protein 27.5

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER TREATS



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We love these peanut butter Rice Krispie Treats chock-full of creamy peanut butter and sweet chocolate. No one can eat just one! - Sue McLaughlin, Onawa, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 package (10 ounces) marshmallows
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
5 cups crisp rice cereal
1 cup butterscotch chips
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a microwave, melt butter and marshmallows; stir until smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in peanut butter until smooth. Gradually add cereal; toss to coat. Spread and press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. pan; set aside. , In a microwave, melt chips; stir to coat. Spread over cereal mixture. Cover and freeze for 15-20 minutes or until chocolate is set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 186mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

PEANUT BUTTER AND CHOCOLATE CEREAL TREATS



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 6

Nonstick cooking spray, for the parchment and spatula
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
One 10-ounce bag mini marshmallows
One 18-ounce box peanut butter crunch cereal, such as Peanut Butter Cap'n Crunch
1 cup honey-roasted peanuts
6 ounces semisweet chocolate chips, melted

Steps:

  • Line a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with a piece of parchment paper, leaving 1 inch of paper hanging over each side of the dish. This will help with removing the treats later. Spray the parchment paper with nonstick spray.
  • In a 6-quart Dutch oven over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the marshmallows and cook, stirring continuously, until the marshmallows are melted and the butter is incorporated, 3 to 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and quickly add the cereal and peanuts; stir to combine. Transfer the cereal mixture to the prepared baking dish. Lightly coat a spatula with cooking spray, then use it to spread out the cereal mixture evenly.
  • Put the melted chocolate in a plastic sandwich bag (or pastry bag), cut off one corner and drizzle over the top of the cereal treats. Refrigerate, uncovered, until set, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  • Remove the cereal treats using the parchment paper and cut into 24 bars.

PEANUT BUTTER CEREAL TREATS



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Kids will love these colorful, crunchy bars. They're a fun twist on the traditional marshmallow crispy treats...and because they're so easy, older kids could whip up a batch on their own! -Christie Porter, Shipshewana, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

30 large marshmallows
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon peanut butter
6 cups Peanut Butter Cap'n Crunch
1-1/2 cups milk chocolate M&M's

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the marshmallows, butter and peanut butter. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until melted. Remove from the heat. Stir in the cereal and M&M's., Pat into a 13x9-in. pan coated with cooking spray. Cool. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 97mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PEANUT BUTTER CHEERIOS TREATS



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Make and share this Peanut Butter Cheerios Treats recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MeShell

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 12 bars, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 tablespoons real butter
1 (6 cup) package mini marshmallows
1/2 cup peanut butter
5 cups Honey Nut Cheerios (toasted oat cereal)

Steps:

  • Grease 13x9 inch pan.
  • Place butter in a BIG microwaveable safe bowl.
  • Add marshmallows and peanut butter.
  • Heat on high power for 2 minutes.
  • Stir until marshmallows are melted and smooth.
  • Pour in cereal.
  • Stir until well mixed.
  • Press mixture into prepared pan.
  • Allow to cool.
  • Cut into 12 big bars.
  • These won't last long, I promise!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 161, Carbohydrate 31.4, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 19.1, Protein 4.4

CHOCOLATE PEANUT TREATS



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When I was in high school, I took these sweet and crunchy squares to bake sales- and they were the first to sell out. I still make them for family and friends who love the classic combination of chocolate and peanut butter. -Christy Asher, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield about 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine cracker crumbs and butter. Stir in sugar and peanut butter. Press into a greased 8-in. square pan. , In a microwave or double boiler, melt the chocolate chips and stir until smooth. Spread over peanut butter layer. Chill 30 minutes; cut into squares. Chill until firm, about 30 minutes longer. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PEANUT BUTTER CRISPY RICE TREATS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 18 bars

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing
4 cups miniature marshmallows
1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
6 cups puffed rice cereal
1/2 cup whole roasted peanuts
4 ounces good-quality semisweet chocolate,chopped
Flaked sea salt, optional

Steps:

  • Lightly butter a 13- by 9-inch baking dish.
  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over low to medium-low heat until light brown specks start to form and the butter starts to smell nutty, 10 to 12 minutes. Add the marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the peanut butter until melted. Add the puffed rice cereal and peanuts. Stir until well coated.
  • Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, place the chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl. Microwave in 30 second intervals until the chocolate is melted.
  • Drizzle the chocolate over the cooled crispy rice treats and sprinkle with flaked sea salt if desired. Cut into 18 bars.

PEANUT BUTTER DOG BONE TREATS



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 30m

Yield Twelve 5-inch treats, or Twenty four 3-inch treats

Number Of Ingredients 7

Vegetable oil cooking spray
2 cups whole wheat flour, plus more for dusting
1/2 cup old fashioned oats
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
1 cup creamy peanut butter, at room temperature
1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Place an oven rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 375 degrees F. Spray a heavy baking sheet with vegetable oil cooking spray or line with a silicon baking mat. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats and baking powder. Stir in the broth and peanut butter until the mixture forms a crumbly dough. Press the dough together to form a ball.
  • On a lightly floured work surface, knead the dough for 30 seconds until smooth. Roll out the dough into a 10-inch circle, about 1/2-inch thick. Using a bone-shape cookie cutter, cut out bones and place on the prepared baking sheet (any scraps of dough can be formed into a ball and re-rolled). Sprinkle with the Parmesan.
  • Bake until light golden, 20 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

NO-BAKE PEANUT BUTTER TREATS



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Perfect for road trips, these peanut butter oatmeal balls won't stick to your hands. Keep them in the refrigerator for portable snacks. -Sonia Rohda, Waverly, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 15 treats.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup chunky peanut butter
1/4 cup honey
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup nonfat dry milk powder
1/3 cup quick-cooking oats
2 tablespoons graham cracker crumbs

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the peanut butter, honey and vanilla. Stir in the milk powder, oats and graham cracker crumbs. Shape into 1-in. balls. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 46mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PEANUT BUTTER AND CARROT DOG TREATS



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These tasty dog treats made with crunchy peanut butter, grated carrots, pumpkin puree, and applesauce make great gifts for your dog-owning friends. You can use larger cookie cutters to make biscuit-sized treats or smaller ones, if needed, for training purposes. Store cooled treats in an airtight container for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Provided by jaybu

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h25m

Yield 300

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup grated carrot
¾ cup natural peanut butter, chunky
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
½ cup pumpkin puree
¼ cup water
2 eggs
2 ½ cups whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 tablespoons whole wheat flour, or as needed

Steps:

  • Position racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Whisk grated carrot, peanut butter, applesauce, pumpkin puree, water, and eggs together in a large bowl until thoroughly combined. Stir in 2 1/2 cups flour and cinnamon with a sturdy spoon until incorporated. Add remaining flour, 2 tablespoons at a time, until dough holds together nicely.
  • Roll dough on a lightly floured surface to an even 3/8-inch thickness. Cut with 3/4-inch cookie cutters and place on the prepared baking sheets about 1/2-inch to 3/4-inch apart.
  • Bake 2 sheets in the preheated oven for 6 minutes. Switch racks and continue baking until edges are firm and golden brown (tops may still appear a bit puffy), another 6 to 7 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheets for 3 to 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Repeat baking and cooling remaining dough.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 8.8 calories, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Cholesterol 1.1 mg, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 4.2 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER RICE TREATS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: peanut butter, marshmallow, crispy rice cereal, chocolate candy, chocolate chips

Provided by Nate Williams

Categories     Snacks

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups peanut butter, divided
3 cups marshmallow
3 cups crispy rice cereal
1 ½ cups chocolate candy
2 cups chocolate chips, melted

Steps:

  • In a sauce pan, combine and mix 1 cup (240 gram) peanut butter and marshmallows over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  • Lower the heat and cook until melted. Remove from heat.
  • Add in, rice cereal, and chocolate candies. Mix until evenly combined.
  • Turn mixture into buttered 9x9 (23x23x5cm) pan.
  • Melt 2 cups (450g) of chocolate chips in a bowl in 30-second increments.
  • Pour melted chocolate over pan and spread evenly.
  • Melt 1 cup (240g) of peanut butter and drizzle over chocolate.
  • Sprinkle ½ cup (100g) of chocolate candies over top. Chill for 2-4 hours.
  • Cut into squares.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487 calories, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 28 grams

PEANUT BUTTER RICE CRISPY TREATS



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This is an easy wonderfully tastey treat that is great for all occasions. This is my mother in law's recipe, that my sweet husband had as a child, and my children ask for also. I have also molded these in to little brains on Halloween.

Provided by Lori Lissa

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 30m

Yield 24 ea, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup sugar
1 cup Karo syrup
1 1/2 cups peanut butter
5 cups Rice Krispies
butter, for hands

Steps:

  • Place sugar, syrup and peanut butter in heavy sauce pan and bring to a boil.
  • Place the rice crispies in a large bowl.
  • Stir the mixture on to the top of the cereal, til all is covered.
  • Place mixture on buttered cookie sheet, use hands covered in butter to spread. (I have tried to use a utensil,and always reverted to the hand spreading method).
  • Place in fridge to cool.
  • Cut in squares.

PEANUT BUTTER, CHOCOLATE AND PRETZEL CEREAL TREATS



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These crunchy, sweet-and-salty treats have everything going for them - peanut butter, chocolate, coconut and pretzels.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing
One 10-ounce bag mini marshmallows
1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Kosher salt
6 cups puffed chocolate and peanut butter flavored cereal, such as Reese's Puffs
6 cups puffed chocolate and peanut butter flavored cereal, such as Reese's Puffs
2 cups crushed pretzel sticks
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut flakes
2 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
1 teaspoon virgin or extra-virgin coconut oil

Steps:

  • Line a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with enough foil so that there's a 2-inch overhang on all sides. Grease the foil with butter.
  • Melt the butter in a large pot set over medium heat. Add the marshmallows and cook, stirring occasionally, until the marshmallows melt completely, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the peanut butter, vanilla and a pinch of salt. Add the cereal, pretzels and coconut. Stir with a rubber spatula, making sure to scrape up the bottom, until the cereal is completely coated. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and pat down into an even layer (use the bottom of a measuring cup to help). Let sit at room temperature until firm, about 30 minutes.
  • Melt the chocolate and coconut oil together in a small microwave safe bowl for 30-second increments in the microwave, until smooth. Drizzle over the bars, cover and refrigerate until the chocolate hardens, about 15 minutes.
  • Cut into 24 bars. Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER TREATS



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This is recipe is inspired by Honey & Nut Cheerios by Kandake. I decided that Cheerios are just not crunchy enough for me, so I tweaked it and made these. Very addictive! You may use 2 to 2 1/2 cups of nuts (any kind that you have).

Provided by WaterMelon

Categories     Candy

Time 25m

Yield 40 mini treats

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons peanut butter (I use smooth)
1 ounce bittersweet chocolate
1 cup roasted peanuts (I use salted)
1 cup roasted cashews (I use salted)

Steps:

  • Combine the peanuts and cashews in a ziplock bag, whack them with a rolling pin or a pestle (to coarsely'chop' them).
  • Combine honey and sugar in a saucepan, and using low heat, heat until mixture starts to boil.
  • Turn off heat, add chocolate and stir until melted.
  • Add peanut butter, stir until the mixture is smooth.
  • Add the chopped nuts, stir to coat them with the sticky mixture.
  • Drop the nut mixture by teaspoonfuls onto mini paper cups or parchment paper (Work quickly before the glaze sets or you can heat it up on the stovetop to make it more manageable).
  • Chill until set.

MINIATURE PEANUT BUTTER TREATS



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This recipe is one of my family's favorites, and I make the treats a lot, especially at Christmas. I have three children and eight grandchildren, and every one of them loves those "peanut butter thingies," as the grandchildren call them! -Jodie McCoy, Tulsa, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

COOKIE:
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
FILLING:
42 miniature peanut butter-chocolate cups

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the butter, sugars, egg, peanut butter and vanilla; beat until smooth. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Cover and chill for 1 hour or until easy to handle., Roll into 42 walnut-sized balls; place in greased miniature muffin cups. Bake at 375° for 8-9 minutes. , Remove from oven; gently press 1 peanut butter cup into each cookie, forming a depression. Cool for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PEANUT BUTTER AND PUMPKIN DOG TREATS



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Baked dog treats filled with pumpkin and peanut butter.

Provided by Kelly

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h40m

Yield 25

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 ½ cups whole wheat flour
2 eggs
½ cup canned pumpkin
2 tablespoons peanut butter
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk together the flour, eggs, pumpkin, peanut butter, salt, and cinnamon in a bowl. Add water as needed to help make the dough workable, but the dough should be dry and stiff. Roll the dough into a 1/2-inch-thick roll. Cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Bake in preheated oven until hard, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50.1 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 64.9 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

COCOA RICE KRISPIES TREATS WITH PEANUT BUTTER TOPPING



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My son had a friend over to play today so I wanted to make a special dessert for lunch. These were well-received by 3 picky kids and one grateful mom. I am definitely making them again!

Provided by Chef Doozer

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 10m

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups COCOA KRISPIES® cereal
1 1/2 tablespoons butter or 1 1/2 tablespoons margarine
2 cups mini marshmallows (or 20 big ones)
1/2 cup peanut butter chips (like Reese's)

Steps:

  • Melt the butter and marshmallows in the microwave on high for about 2 minutes (stir after one minute).
  • Add Rice Krispies.
  • Stir until ingredients are combined.
  • Spread in an 8 by 8 square pan that has been greased with butter.
  • I put margarine on my hands to make the spreading part easier.
  • Melt peanut butter chips in the microwave.
  • Spread on top of bars.

JEAN PARE'S PEANUT BUTTER TREATS



Jean Pare's Peanut Butter Treats image

Make and share this Jean Pare's Peanut Butter Treats recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lennie

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 25 squares

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup butter
1 cup smooth peanut butter
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 cups icing sugar
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Heat butter and peanut butter together in a large saucepan over medium heat; stir well until smooth.
  • Remove from heat and add crumbs, icing sugar and nuts; mix well.
  • Press mixture into an ungreased 8-inch cake pan.
  • Make icing; heat chocolate chips and butter together in a saucepan over low heat; stir until smooth.
  • Spread over top of peanut butter mixture and let stand until set.
  • Cut into squares.

PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CHUNK RICE KRISPIE TREATS



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I wanted something above and beyond the always delicious rice krispies treats, so I put a twist on the original recipe.

Provided by pro home chef

Categories     Peanut Butter

Time 10m

Yield 12 treats, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons I Can't Believe It's Not Butter
4 cups miniature marshmallows
1/4 cup peanut butter
6 cups rice krispies cereal
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks

Steps:

  • In large saucepan melt butter over medium low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in the Peanut Butter until melted.
  • Add rice krispies cereal. Stir until well coated. Add the chocolate chunks, stir until dispersed evenly.
  • Using buttered hands, spatula, wax paper evenly press mixture into 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan coated with cooking spray or butter. Cool.
  • Cut into 2-inch squares.

SWEET PEANUT TREATS



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We sold tempting bars almost like these at the refreshment stand at the Minnesota state park where I worked in the '70's, and they were a favorite of employees and visitors alike. Now I make this recipe when I want to serve a special treat. -Phyllis Smith, Olympia, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 10 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
2 cups butterscotch chips
1 jar (18 ounces) creamy peanut butter
1 cup butter, cubed
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
1/4 cup vanilla cook-and-serve pudding mix
7-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
16 ounces salted peanuts

Steps:

  • In a microwave, melt the chocolate chips, butterscotch chips and peanut butter; stir until smooth. Spread half into a greased 15x10x1-in. pan. Chill until firm. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the butter, milk and pudding; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. , Transfer to a large bowl; beat in the confectioners' sugar until smooth. Spread over chocolate mixture in pan. Stir peanuts into remaining chocolate mixture. Carefully spread over pudding layer. Chill until set. Cut into 1-in. squares.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use fresh peanuts for the best flavor and texture.
  • Dry roasted peanuts are the best choice for most recipes, as they have a more intense flavor and are less oily than other types of peanuts.
  • If you are using raw peanuts, be sure to roast them before using them in a recipe.
  • To roast peanuts, spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and fragrant.
  • Once the peanuts are roasted, let them cool completely before using them in a recipe.
  • Peanuts can be used in a variety of recipes, including cookies, cakes, pies, bars, and brittle.
  • Peanuts can also be used as a topping for ice cream, yogurt, or oatmeal.
  • Peanuts are a good source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats.

Conclusion:

Peanuts are a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of recipes. Whether you are looking for a sweet or savory snack, peanuts are a great option. They are also a good source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious snack, reach for a handful of peanuts.

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