Best 5 Peanut Butter Bars Vi Recipes
Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors with our peanut butter bars, a harmonious blend of sweet, salty, and nutty goodness. These delightful treats are a symphony of textures, featuring a crisp graham cracker crust, a velvety peanut butter filling, and a rich chocolate ganache topping.
In this culinary journey, we'll guide you through three irresistible variations of peanut butter bars. The classic peanut butter bars are a timeless delight, where the creamy peanut butter filling takes center stage. For those who crave a chocolatey indulgence, the chocolate peanut butter bars are a match made in dessert heaven. And for a burst of fruity freshness, the raspberry peanut butter bars introduce a tantalizing tartness that balances the sweetness perfectly.
So, prepare your taste buds for an extraordinary experience as we embark on a culinary expedition, exploring the art of crafting these delectable peanut butter bars. Let's gather the ingredients, preheat the oven, and together, we'll create memories that linger long after the last bite.
PEANUT BUTTER BARS
I got this recipe when working as a school cafeteria manager years ago. These bars were so popular with kids that we'd have to make extra or we'd run out.-Sarah Thomas, Roanoke, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 8 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, in batches, cream the sugars, peanut butter and shortening until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. , Press into three greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until top is golden brown. cool. Dust with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts :
PEANUT BUTTER BARS I
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
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 BARS
With peanut butter in both the batter and frosting, plus chopped nuts sprinkled on top, these treats have triple the goodness. It's one of my favorite recipes for peanut bars. -Ren Reed, Tavares, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Grease two 13x9-in. baking pans., In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and peanut butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder; add to creamed mixture alternately with water and milk, beating well after each addition., Transfer to prepared baking pans. Bake 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Meanwhile, for frosting, in a large bowl, beat peanut butter and butter until blended. Beat in confectioners' sugar alternately with enough milk to reach spreading consistency., Remove cakes from oven; place on wire racks. Spread frosting over warm cakes; sprinkle with peanuts. Cool completely.
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REESE'S PEANUT BUTTER BARS
No bake-very easy! They have a lower sugar to peanut butter ratio than other recipes I have seen but are still very rich(!) and quite similar to reeses pb cups.
Provided by Kaarin
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 15m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix the crumbs and sugar (sifted is better).
- Add the melted butter and peanut butter.
- Mix well and press into a 9x13 inch pan.
- Melt the chocolate chips in microwave on 70% (about a minute 15 seconds in mine.).
- Spread chocolate over the bars.
- Refrigerate till hard, then take out about 15 minutes before you want to cut them, so the frosting won't crack.
CAFETERIA PEANUT BUTTER BARS
These were the peanut butter bars that our school cafeteria used to sell for 25 cents a bar. I am sure they had to make multiple pans a day, these were so good! Very easy to make and really tasty! No baking required. Prep time does not include refrigeration time.
Provided by musiclady12076
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 15m
Yield 36 2x2 squares (cookie sheet), 36 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Mix the sifted powdered sugar, brown sugar and melted butter together well. Fold in the creamy peanut butter until blended.
- 2. Spread the peanut butter mixture into a buttered pan; 9x13 for thicker bars, cookie sheet for thinner bars.
- 3. Melt the chocolate chips and 1/2 cup butter and pour over the peanut butter mixture. Spread around to make it even.
- 4. Refrigerate for 1 hour, until chocolate has solidified most of the way, and cut into bars with an unserrated knife.
- 5. Return to the refrigerator over night until set. (I return to the freezer for faster set time).
Tips:
- Use creamy peanut butter for a smooth, rich filling.
- If you don't have graham cracker crumbs, you can make your own by crushing graham crackers in a food processor or blender.
- To make the bars easier to cut, chill them for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- For a fun variation, try adding chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit to the filling.
- Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Peanut butter bars are a classic dessert that is always a hit with kids and adults alike. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With their creamy peanut butter filling and chocolate ganache topping, these bars are sure to be a favorite in your home.
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