Best 8 Best Peanut Butter Squares Recipes

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**Indulge in the Decadent Delight of Peanut Butter Squares: A Culinary Symphony of Sweet and Savory Delights**

Peanut butter squares, a timeless classic, have captivated taste buds for generations with their irresistible combination of sweet and savory flavors. These delectable treats, often graced with a velvety chocolate ganache or a sprinkling of powdered sugar, offer a delightful symphony of textures that dance on the palate. Whether you prefer the classic peanut butter square or are looking for a unique twist, this article presents a curated collection of recipes that will satisfy every craving. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the world of peanut butter squares, revealing the secrets behind their irresistible charm.

**A Trio of Peanut Butter Square Recipes to Tantalize Your Taste Buds:**

1. **Classic Peanut Butter Squares:** Experience the timeless charm of the classic peanut butter square, where a rich and creamy peanut butter filling rests upon a buttery graham cracker crust. Simplicity meets perfection in this recipe, showcasing the harmonious balance of sweet and salty flavors.

2. **Peanut Butter Chocolate Ganache Squares:** Elevate the classic peanut butter square to new heights of indulgence with a luscious chocolate ganache. This recipe combines the irresistible flavors of peanut butter and chocolate, creating a decadent treat that will leave you craving more.

3. **Peanut Butter Pretzel Squares:** Experience a delightful twist on the classic peanut butter square with the addition of salty pretzels. The combination of sweet and salty flavors creates a tantalizing contrast that will keep your taste buds guessing. These squares are perfect for those who enjoy a touch of savory indulgence.

Welcome to the realm of peanut butter squares, where every bite promises a delightful journey of flavors and textures. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventure, these recipes will guide you in creating these irresistible treats that will be the star of any gathering.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

WORLD'S BEST PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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Perfectly thick, soft and chewy peanut butter bars with a peanut butter and chocolate glaze, and oats baked in the chewy cookie bars.

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup butter
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup light brown sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter ((plus more for spreading over baked bars))
2 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1/4 cup butter
1 Tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 Tablespoons milk
1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, sugar and brown sugar.
  • Add the eggs, vanilla, and peanut butter and mix well.
  • In a separate bowl mix together the dry ingredients. Add dry ingredients to creamy mixture.
  • Press firmly into a greased 9x13'' pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 17-21 minutes. Do not over-bake! They will look just barely set in the center, and they will harden as they cool. Allow to cool completely.
  • Once cooled, spread a thin layer of peanut butter over the bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Sodium 216 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 17 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PEANUT BUTTER BARS I



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These peanut butter bars taste just like peanut butter cups.

Provided by Nancy

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Peanut Butter Cookie Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup butter or margarine, melted
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup peanut butter
1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips
4 tablespoons peanut butter

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the butter or margarine, graham cracker crumbs, confectioners' sugar, and 1 cup peanut butter until well blended. Press evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 9x13 inch pan.
  • In a metal bowl over simmering water, or in a microwave-safe bowl in the microwave, melt the chocolate chips with the 4 tablespoons peanut butter, stirring occasionally until smooth. Spread over the prepared crust. Refrigerate for at least one hour before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531.5 calories, Carbohydrate 49.2 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 36.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 16.5 g, Sodium 319.7 mg, Sugar 37.9 g

PEANUT BUTTER SQUARES



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Looking for a homemade dessert using peanut butter? Then check out these bars recipe that's ready in 50 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 cup graham cracker crumbs (about 12 squares)
1/2 cup butter or margarine
1/2 cup peanut butter
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips or white baking chips
Candy decorations, if desired

Steps:

  • Mix powdered sugar and cracker crumbs in medium bowl. Heat butter and peanut butter in 1-quart saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally, until melted. Stir into crumb mixture. Press in ungreased square pan, 8x8x2 inches.
  • Heat chocolate chips in 1-quart saucepan over low heat, stirring frequently, until melted. Spread over crumb mixture. Immediately sprinkle with candy decorations. Refrigerate about 30 minutes or until firm. Cut into 6 rows by 6 rows. (To cut diamond shapes, first cut straight parallel lines 1 to 1 1/2 inches apart down the length of the pan. Second, cut diagonal lines 1 to 1 1/2 inches apart across the straight cuts.) Store loosely covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 45 mg

PEANUT SQUARES



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These cake squares are light, fluffy and topped with a chopped peanut frosted coating that makes them irresistible.

Provided by By Annalise Sandberg

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 eggs
2 cups granulated sugar
2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup whole milk
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
6 cups lightly salted peanuts, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray; line with cooking parchment paper, leaving a few inches of overhang on each side.
  • In large bowl, beat eggs with electric mixer on medium-high speed 1 minute. Slowly beat in granulated sugar, then beat 4 minutes longer. Eggs should be pale in color and fall in thick ribbons back into bowl.
  • In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder and salt. Add to egg mixture all at once; beat on low speed just until incorporated. In small bowl, beat together 1 cup milk, the melted butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Add to mixture in 2 additions. Pour batter in pan.
  • Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until cake is golden and center springs back when lightly pressed. Cool in pan 15 minutes, then use overhanging parchment to carefully lift cake out of pan, and transfer to rack to cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, beat powdered sugar, softened butter, 3 tablespoons milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla to make smooth frosting. Spread chopped peanuts on small pan or plate.
  • Use serrated knife to cut cake into 24 squares (6 rows by 4 rows). Frost top and sides of each square with frosting, then roll in chopped peanuts, using hands if necessary to press peanuts into frosting.
  • Refrigerate 30 minutes to firm up. Serve cold, or remove from refrigerator 20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 34 g, TransFat 0 g

PEANUT BUTTER SQUARES



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These rich bite-size squares taste creamier than store-bought peanut butter cups. Since they're made on the stove, there's no need to turn o the oven, notes Val Worthing of Clio, Michigan.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups creamy peanut butter
1 cup butter, divided
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
3 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, cook and stir peanut butter and 3/4 cup butter and until smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in sugar and 2 teaspoons vanilla (mixture will be very thick). , Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. pan. In a saucepan over low heat, combine chips and remaining butter; cook and stir until chips are melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in the remaining vanilla. Spread over peanut butter layer. Chill until firm.

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ALL TIME BEST EVER PEANUT BUTTER BARS!



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I've decided to unvail my top secret peanut butter bars recipe. I have no doubt this is the last peanut butter bars recipe you will ever need! All Time Best Ever Peanut Butter Bars! *Use Food Scale To Measure* From the kitchen of: Nevada High School

Provided by Alley Barbie

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 ounces margarine
4 ounces shortening
11 ounces peanut butter
4 3/8 ounces brown sugar
14 3/8 ounces sugar
5 7/8 ounces eggs (1 large egg=2oz)
12 ounces all-purpose flour
1/4 ounce salt
1/3 ounce baking powder
2 3/8 tablespoons vanilla extract
1/3 cup water
1 ounce peanut butter
14 3/4 ounces powdered sugar
1/3 cup 2% low-fat milk

Steps:

  • Bars:.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease jellyroll pan.
  • Cream eggs, shortening, peanut butter, brown sugar and sugar.
  • Combine eggs, vanilla and water.
  • Add liquids to creamed mixture.
  • Mix remaining dry ingredients together and add them to creamed mixture. Beat.
  • Bake for 10 minutes and turn pan and bake another 10 minutes. May require an additional 5 minutes or so.
  • Cool before frosting.
  • Frosting:.
  • Combine peanut butter, powdered sugar and milk.
  • Beat until smooth and creamy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.9, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 21, Sodium 216.2, Carbohydrate 42.9, Fiber 1, Sugar 32.6, Protein 4.9

BEST PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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Make and share this Best Peanut Butter Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups butter
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 3/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cocoa
1 teaspoon salt
3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup milk
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

  • cream peanut butter and butter -- add corn syrup, sugar, eggs flour then salt -- mix about 5 minutes.
  • spead in greased 1113x9 pan.
  • bake at 350* for 25 minutes.
  • watching carefully.cool.
  • frost and then cut into squares.
  • to prepare FROSTING:.
  • combine crisco, cocoa and salt.add milk and vanilla.stir in powdered sugar in three parts.beat well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.9, Fat 17.4, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 51.1, Sodium 329.4, Carbohydrate 38.2, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 27.2, Protein 4.1

NO BAKE PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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These are no-bake peanut butter and crispy rice bars covered in chocolate.

Provided by Ravelle Lakin

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup butter, softened
2 cups creamy peanut butter
2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 cups crispy rice cereal
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish. In a medium bowl, stir together the butter, peanut butter and confectioners' sugar until well blended. Mix in the rice cereal so that it is evenly distributed. Press the mixture into the prepared pan.
  • In the microwave or over a double boiler, melt chocolate chips, stirring occasionally until smooth. Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the peanut butter bars. Refrigerate until set before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 153.5 mg, Sugar 15.9 g

Tips:

  • Use creamy peanut butter. Creamy peanut butter will give your squares a smooth and creamy texture. If you only have crunchy peanut butter, you can use it, but be sure to chop the peanuts very finely.
  • Don't overbeat the batter. Overbeating the batter will make your squares tough. Mix just until the ingredients are well combined.
  • Bake the squares until they are just set. Overbaking will make the squares dry and crumbly. The squares are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
  • Let the squares cool completely before cutting them. This will help to prevent them from falling apart.
  • Store the squares in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the squares for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Peanut butter squares are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a batch of these tasty squares ready to enjoy in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give peanut butter squares a try.

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