CRUNCHY PEANUT BUTTER CANDY

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Anyone who likes peanuts will love this sweet treat that's packed full of them. After breaking the pan of cooled candy into pieces, I finish with a simple but festive drizzle of melted chocolate.-Connie Pietila, Houghton, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 3-1/2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 teaspoons butter
2-1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
2 cups salted peanuts
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups sugar
1-1/2 cups light corn syrup
1/4 cup water
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Grease a 15x10x1-in. pan with butter; set aside. Combine the peanut butter, peanuts and vanilla; set aside. , In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup and water; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 300° (hard-crack stage). Immediately stir in peanut butter mixture and baking soda. Spread into prepared pan. Cool completely., Break candy into pieces. Melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Drizzle over candy. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Nahensha Jean
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I'm not a big fan of peanut butter, but this recipe looks interesting. I might give it a try and see how it turns out.


Salhim Jamal
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This recipe looks delicious! I'm going to save it for later and try it out next weekend.


Aisha Oganda
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I can't wait to try this recipe! I love peanut butter and I'm always looking for new candy recipes to try.


Gugulethu Bhembe
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Overall, I thought this recipe was a success. The candy was delicious and it was relatively easy to make. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Shakeel Hussain Shakeel Hussain
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I found that the candy was a bit difficult to cut into even pieces. I think I'll try using a sharper knife next time.


Harmony Sound
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This candy is a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


therese hayek
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I was a bit skeptical about making this candy because I'm not a huge fan of peanut butter. But I was pleasantly surprised! The candy is so light and airy, and the peanut butter flavor is subtle and not overpowering.


Jaz Trudeau
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This candy is so addictive! I can't stop eating it. I've already hidden a stash from my family so I can enjoy it all by myself.


Ryan Thomas
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have peanut butter, sugar, and butter on hand so I can whip up a batch of this candy whenever I get a craving.


SweetPsilocybin
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This was my first time making peanut butter candy and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the candy set perfectly.


NAFIS ANWAR
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I've made this candy several times now and it's always a hit with my friends and family. It's a great recipe to have on hand for potlucks or holiday gatherings.


Tony Gonzalez
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I love how this candy has a perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness. It's the perfect treat to satisfy my sweet tooth without being too over-the-top.


Okoth Onyango
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This peanut butter candy is a game-changer! It's so easy to make and the result is incredibly delicious.