Best Peanut Butter Fudge Recipes

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EASIEST PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE



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This is the best recipe for creamy and delicious peanut butter fudge I have ever used. It is great for sharing at work.

Provided by ANGIEH

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Fudge Recipes     Peanut Butter

Time 1h20m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup butter
1 (16 ounce) package brown sugar
½ cup milk
¾ cup peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 ½ cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and milk. Bring to a boil and boil for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. Stir in peanut butter and vanilla. Pour over confectioners' sugar in a large mixing bowl. Beat until smooth; pour into an 8x8 inch dish. Chill until firm and cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.4 calories, Carbohydrate 60.1 g, Cholesterol 16.9 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 114.8 mg, Sugar 58 g

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE



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This is such an easy and fun recipe to make.

Provided by Jean

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Fudge Recipes     Peanut Butter

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups white sugar
1 cup evaporated milk
¼ cup cocoa
½ cup peanut butter
1 tablespoon margarine
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Butter one 9x9 inch pan.
  • Combine the sugar, evaporated milk and cocoa in saucepan. Stir over high heat until mixture comes to a rolling boil. Lower heat to medium and continue cooking to a soft ball stage.
  • Remove from heat, add peanut butter and margarine. Beat by hand until creamy; pour into prepared pan. Allow to cool and cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.5 calories, Carbohydrate 20.7 g, Cholesterol 3.2 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 33.4 mg, Sugar 19.9 g

EASIEST PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE EVER!



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Have creamy, delicious peanut butter fudge in under 10 minutes with this no-fail recipe! *WARNING* You MUST use exactly the measurements specified below, or this fudge will not set correctly.

Provided by Wildflower5656

Categories     Candy

Time 2h10m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups sugar
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, slowly bring the milk and sugar to a boil over medium low heat.
  • Boil for exactly 2 and a half minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
  • Remove from heat, stir in peanut butter and vanilla.
  • Mix until smooth.
  • Pour into greased 8" x 8" pan, and let cool before cutting. Enjoy!

EASY PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE



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My sister shared the recipe for this unbelievably easy peanut butter fudge with marshmallow cream. I prefer using creamy peanut butter for this mouthwatering dessert, but the chunky style works just as well. -Mary Jane Rummel, Linglestown, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 2 pounds (64 pieces).

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 teaspoons butter, softened
2 cups sugar
1/2 cup whole milk
1-1/3 cups peanut butter
1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme

Steps:

  • Line an 8-in. square pan with foil; grease with butter., In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar and milk; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat., Stir in peanut butter and marshmallow creme until blended. Immediately spread into prepared pan; cool slightly., Refrigerate until firm. Using foil, lift fudge out of pan. Remove foil; cut into squares. Store between layers of waxed paper in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GRANDMA'S CREAMY PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE



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This old-fashioned style of peanut butter fudge is not that easy to find out there. The ones I tend to run across always seem to be the soft, creamy version, which is not what I'm into. If it's going to feel like peanut butter in my mouth, then what's the point? No, I want something that feels dense and firm in my fingers but will almost instantly liquefy in when it hits my tongue.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Fudge Recipes     Peanut Butter

Time 1h20m

Yield 64

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound powdered sugar
1 ¼ cups unsalted butter
1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Sift sugar through a fine-mesh strainer into a large bowl.
  • Heat butter and peanut butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk to combine and cook until bubbles appear on the edges, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in salt and vanilla extract. Pour over powdered sugar in the bowl. Mix together using a spatula until smooth.
  • Spread mixture into an 8x8-inch baking pan lined with plastic wrap. Wrap fully and refrigerate until firm enough to cut but not too hard, 1 to 3 hours.
  • Unwrap fudge and cut into small cubes. Let warm up on the counter before cutting if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Cholesterol 9.5 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 43.3 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE WITH MARSHMALLOW CREME



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An easy recipe for peanut butter fudge. This uses real peanut butter, not peanut butter chips.

Provided by Teresa

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Fudge Recipes     Peanut Butter

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups white sugar
1 cup evaporated milk
½ cup margarine
1 cup peanut butter
1 cup marshmallow creme

Steps:

  • Line a 9x13 inch pan with foil or parchment paper.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, evaporated milk and butter. Cook over medium heat stirring frequently until it comes to a boil. Boil for 10 minutes, remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and marshmallow creme. Pour into the prepared pan and chill until set. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.8 calories, Carbohydrate 39.9 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 114.9 mg, Sugar 37.4 g

PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE



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For an easy, chewy treat, make a batch of Alton Brown's Peanut Butter Fudge recipe from Good Eats on Food Network; you need only four ingredients.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     dessert

Time 2h14m

Yield 64 (1-inch) pieces

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 ounces unsalted butter, plus more for greasing pan
1 cup smooth peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pound powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Combine the butter and peanut butter in a 4-quart microwave-safe bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Microwave for 2 minutes on high. Stir and microwave on high for 2 more minutes. (Use caution when removing this mixture from the microwave, it will be very hot.) Add the vanilla and powdered sugar to the peanut butter mixture and stir to combine with a wooden spoon. The mixture will become hard to stir and lose its sheen. Spread into a buttered 8 by 8-inch pan lined with parchment paper. Fold the excess parchment paper so it covers the surface of the fudge and refrigerate until cool, about 2 hours. Cut into 1-inch pieces and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

WORLD'S BEST PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE



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A friend shared this recipe with me, and it is by far the best fudge recipe I've ever tried. This fudge is too good to only make at Christmas!

Provided by Debby

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Fudge Recipes     Peanut Butter

Time 1h25m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups white sugar
1 cup milk
½ cup butter
1 (7 ounce) jar marshmallow creme
12 ounces peanut butter
⅔ cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish, set aside.
  • In a saucepan, combine sugar, milk, and butter. Bring to a boil, and cook 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in the marshmallow creme and peanut butter. Gradually stir in the flour. Spread into the prepared pan, and let cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.7 calories, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 40.9 mg, Sugar 15.6 g

GRANDPA'S PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE



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This is my grandpa's famous family recipe that he guarded almost all my life, but it's such a good treat I had to share it! Makes a great gift for friends, your kid's teacher, co-workers, or anyone really!

Provided by Adriander

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Fudge Recipes     Peanut Butter

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups brown sugar
2 cups white sugar
1 cup milk
1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon margarine
1 ¼ teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Mix brown and white sugar with the milk in large pot; bring mixture to a boil. Stir in peanut butter, reduce heat to medium, and bring the mixture back to boil (stirring constantly). Remove the pot from heat when a drop of the mixture forms a ball in a glass of cold water.
  • Stir margarine and vanilla into the mixture; stir vigorously until the fudge hardens. (Always stir in same direction.) Pour fudge onto buttered plates or waxed paper. Let cool and cut into 1-inch pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.5 g, Cholesterol 0.5 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 59 mg, Sugar 24.3 g

EASIEST CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE



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This tastes like the old-fashioned, watched over fudge but takes no more than 5 minutes to make....you will love it!! You can also leave out the cocoa and it makes delicious peanut butter fudge.

Provided by Baknpies49

Categories     Candy

Time 6m

Yield 40 pieces, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups sugar
3 tablespoons cocoa
1/2 cup milk
1 cup peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla flavoring
1/2 cup pecans (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix sugar, cocoa and milk in a saucepan. Bring to a rapid boil and boil for exactly one minute. Pour over peanut butter and vanilla and nuts in a bowl and beat until thick -- this only takes about a minute. Immediately pour onto a buttered platter and allow to cool. Cut into squares.
  • Tip: Have your peanut butter and vanilla already in a bowl before boiling the mixture as you need to pour it over the peanut butter immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.8, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 1.4, Sodium 104, Carbohydrate 38.8, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 35.2, Protein 6

PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE PIE



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Although I make this fudgy peanut butter pie regularly for luncheons at our church, I've yet to eat a full piece. Usually, there's nothing left but crumbs! With a premade chocolate crust, it's simple to prepare. It travels well, too.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter, divided
1/2 cup sugar
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
1 chocolate crumb crust (9 inches)
2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons hot fudge ice cream topping, divided

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in 1 cup peanut butter and sugar. Fold in 3 cups whipped topping; spoon into crust. , In a microwave-safe bowl, heat 2/3 cup hot fudge topping for 30 seconds. Pour over peanut butter layer and spread to edges of crust. Refrigerate for 2 hours. , Spread remaining whipped topping over pie. Cut into slices. Place the remaining hot fudge topping and peanut butter in two separate plastic bags. Cut a small hole in the corner of each bag; pipe topping and peanut butter over each slice of pie.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 685 calories, Fat 42g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 394mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

CHOCOLATE-PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h5m

Yield 64 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 5

Unsalted butter, softened, for brushing
1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
2 cups bittersweet chocolate chips
2 pinches salt
2 cups peanut butter chips

Steps:

  • Line an 8-inch-square baking pan with foil, pressing it into the corners and up the sides; leave an overhang on 2 sides. Brush the foil with butter.
  • Combine 3/4 cup condensed milk, the chocolate chips and a pinch of salt in a medium saucepan. Combine the remaining condensed milk, the peanut butter chips and a pinch of salt in a separate saucepan. Put both pans over low heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chips are melted and smooth.
  • Spoon the chocolate mixture into the prepared pan, leaving spaces between the spoonfuls. Spoon the peanut butter mixture into the gaps. Brush an 8-inch square of parchment paper with butter and lay it directly on top of the fudge; press to flatten evenly and fill any gaps. Refrigerate until firm, about 45 minutes. Lift the foil to remove the fudge from the pan and cut into 1-inch squares. Store up to 1 week in an airtight container.

QUICK CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE



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Can't decide which is your favorite, chocolate or peanut butter fudge? Solve the conundrum with this deluxe, double-layer treat.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield Makes 64 pieces of fudge

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk, divided
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for brushing
3/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
Coarse salt
3/4 cup smooth peanut butter
2 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar, divided
9 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped (2 cups)

Steps:

  • Brush a 8-by-8-inch baking dish with butter, and line with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on long sides. Brush parchment with butter.
  • Heat 1/2 cup condensed milk, 4 tablespoons butter, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt in a double boiler or a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, stirring, until melted, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat. Mix in peanut butter and 1 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar. Press peanut butter mixture into the bottom of prepared baking dish, smoothing top with an offset spatula.
  • Melt chocolate in a double boiler or a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, stirring, until melted, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in remaining 3/4 cup condensed milk and a pinch of salt, until melted and combined. Mix in remaining 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar. Spread chocolate mixture over peanut butter layer, smoothing top with an offset spatula. Refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.
  • Remove fudge from pan using parchment to lift, and transfer to a cutting board. Peel off parchment. Using a warm knife, cut crosswise into eight 1-inch-wide strips; cut each strip into 8 pieces.

PEANUT BUTTER FANTASY FUDGE



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This creamy peanut butter fudge recipe makes 40 servings, so you can let a lot of people share in the fudgy fantasy!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 4h25m

Yield 3 lb. or 40 servings, about 2 pieces each

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups sugar
3/4 cup butter or margarine
1 small can (5 oz.) evaporated milk (about 2/3 cup)
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 jar (7 oz.) JET-PUFFED Marshmallow Creme
1 cup chopped PLANTERS Dry Roasted Peanuts
1 tsp. vanilla

Steps:

  • Line 9-inch square pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides. Bring sugar, butter and milk to full rolling boil in large saucepan on medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook 4 min. or until candy thermometer reaches 234°F, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
  • Add peanut butter and marshmallow creme; stir until completely melted. Add nuts and vanilla; mix well.
  • Pour into prepared pan; spread to evenly cover bottom of pan. Cool completely before cutting into 1-inch squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 70 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0.52 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

PEANUT BUTTER MICROWAVE FUDGE



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Same creamy, sweet taste, but in less time!

Provided by BooBooBear

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Fudge Recipes     Peanut Butter

Time 2h10m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup smooth peanut butter
½ cup unsalted butter
2 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Line a baking dish with parchment or waxed paper.
  • Combine peanut butter and butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until melted and thoroughly combined. Allow mixture to sit and cool for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Mix in powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, until well incorporated. Press into the prepared dish and place in the refrigerator. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving, or overnight for a firmer fudge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 60 mg, Sugar 13.5 g

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER SWIRL FUDGE



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An easy chocolate fudge is swirled with peanut butter fudge to make this beautiful and delicious candy. Great for gift giving or party trays.

Provided by Eagle brand

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     EAGLE BRAND®

Time 3h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups peanut butter chips
1 (14 ounce) can EAGLE BRAND® Sweetened Condensed Milk
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
Dash salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In heavy saucepan, over low heat, melt peanut butter chips with 1 cup EAGLE BRAND®, butter and salt.
  • In small saucepan, over low heat, melt chocolate chips with remaining EAGLE BRAND®. Remove from heat; add vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
  • Spread peanut butter mixture evenly into waxed paper lined 8- or 9-inch square pan. Spoon chocolate mixture over peanut mixture. With table knife or metal spatula, swirl through top of fudge. Chill 3 hours or until firm. Turn fudge onto cutting board; peel off paper and cut into squares. Store leftovers covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 96.1 mg, Sugar 14.7 g

BEST EVER PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE



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

Provided by Alexis Mom

Categories     Candy

Time 15m

Yield 1 9X13 pan, 32 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups sugar
2/3 cup evaporated milk
3/4 cup butter
1 (16 ounce) jar crunchy peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 (7 1/2 ounce) jar marshmallow cream

Steps:

  • Grease 9X13 cake pan.
  • Mix sugar, evaporated milk, and butter in pan.
  • Stir constantly over medium heat.
  • Bring to a full boil and stir for 4 more minutes, or until a candy thermometer reads between 234 and 240 degrees F (112 to 116 degrees C), or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms a soft ball that flattens when removed from the water and placed on a flat surface.
  • Remove from stove and stir in peanut butter, vanilla, and marshmallow cream.
  • Spread evenly into pan and chill in fridge until firm.
  • Enjoy!

PEANUT BUTTER FANTASY FUDGE



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Kraft® marshmallow creme is the secret ingredient. It's whipped and light. Along with the peanut butter it makes this traditional favorite extra fancy and so easy! (Our family has been making this recipe for peanut butter fantasy fudge around Christmas for as long as I can remember. It's a great gift to friends and acquaintances! We all absolutely love it! Hope you will too!)

Provided by NICATIE

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Fudge Recipes     Peanut Butter

Time 1h30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups white sugar, divided
¾ cup margarine, divided
⅔ cup evaporated milk, divided
6 ounces semisweet chocolate pieces
1 (7 ounce) jar marshmallow creme (such as Kraft Jet-Puffed), divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract, divided
½ cup creamy peanut butter

Steps:

  • Combine 1 1/2 cups sugar, 6 tablespoons margarine, and 1/3 cup evaporated milk in a heavy 1 1/2-quart saucepan; bring to full rolling boil, stirring constantly. Continue boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent scorching, for 4 minutes.
  • Remove from heat; stir in chocolate pieces until melted. Add 1/2 jar of marshmallow creme and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; beat until well blended. Pour into a greased 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Repeat process with remaining ingredients, substituting peanut butter for chocolate pieces. Spread over chocolate layer.
  • Let cool at room temperature until set; cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.7 calories, Carbohydrate 37.3 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 104.4 mg, Sugar 33.6 g

CHOCOLATE-PEANUT BUTTER CHIP FUDGE COOKIES



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Provided by Marty Rosencranz

Categories     Cookies     Coffee     Mixer     Chocolate     Nut     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Back to School     Peanut     Walnut     Bon Appétit     New Jersey     Small Plates

Yield Makes about 28 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut, lightly toasted
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
6 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips (about 12 ounces), divided
4 teaspoons instant coffee crystals
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
1/2 cup peanut butter chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 2 large rimmed baking sheets with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Combine chopped walnuts, flour, toasted coconut, baking powder, and salt in medium bowl and stir until well blended.
  • Combine butter, chopped unsweetened chocolate, and 1 cup chocolate chips in heavy medium saucepan. Stir over low heat until butter and chocolate are melted and smooth. Remove saucepan from heat.
  • Whisk instant coffee crystals and vanilla extract in medium bowl until coffee crystals dissolve. Add sugar and eggs. Using electric mixer, beat until mixture thickens, about 2 minutes. Beat in melted chocolate mixture, then chopped walnut mixture. Stir in remaining 1 cup chocolate chips and peanut butter chips. Mound 2 tablespoons dough for each cookie onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
  • Bake cookies until puffed and cracked but still soft in center, about 15 minutes. Let cookies cool on sheets 10 minutes. Using spatula, transfer cookies to rack and cool. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Store in airtight container at room temperature.)

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BARS WITH HOT FUDGE SAUCE



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Categories     Chocolate     Dessert     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Peanut     Chill     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 8 generous servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

For chocolate layer
Vegetable oil for greasing pan
7 oz fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened), chopped
1 stick (1/2 cup) cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup salted dry-roasted peanuts (4 oz)
For peanut butter layer
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (not "natural")
3/4 cup confectioners sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chilled heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
For hot fudge sauce
1/3 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons Dutch-process unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 1/2 oz fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened), chopped
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Make chocolate layer:
  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9-inch square baking pan with foil, allowing 2 inches of foil to hang over 2 opposite ends of pan, and lightly brush foil (except overhang) with oil.
  • Melt chocolate with butter, sugar, and salt in a double boiler or a large metal bowl set over a pan of barely simmering water, whisking occasionally, until smooth. Remove top of double boiler or bowl from heat and whisk in eggs and vanilla, then stir in peanuts.
  • Pour batter into baking pan and bake until set and edges are slightly puffed, about 15 minutes. Transfer cake in pan to a rack to cool completely.
  • Make peanut butter layer:
  • Beat cream cheese, peanut butter, confectioners sugar, and salt in a bowl with an electric mixer at medium speed until combined well, about 4 minutes.
  • Beat cream with vanilla in a bowl with cleaned beaters at medium-high speed until it just holds stiff peaks, then gently fold into peanut butter mixture until just combined.
  • Spread mixture evenly on top of chocolate layer and freeze, pan covered with foil, until firm, about 2 hours.
  • Make hot fudge sauce:
  • Bring cream, syrup, sugar, cocoa, salt, and chocolate to a boil in a 1-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring until chocolate is melted. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 3 minutes, then remove from heat. Stir in vanilla until incorporated. Cool sauce to warm.
  • To serve:
  • Carefully lift cake from pan by grasping overhang. Trim 1/4 inch from edges of cake and discard, then cut into 8 bars. Peel off foil and serve bars with sauce.

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