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PEANUT BUTTER CHEWS



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These are bar cookies from the San Diego City Schools food services department as printed in the paper. I have the original newspaper clipping.

Provided by mlaiuppa

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 32 squares, 32 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 1/2 ounces softened butter
7 1/2 ounces brown sugar
14 ounces granulated sugar
9 ounces peanut butter
4 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
8 ounces all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup rolled oats or 1 cup shredded coconut
5 ounces powdered sugar
1 ounce peanut butter
2 tablespoons very hot water
2 teaspoons very hot water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine butter, sugars, peanut butter and vanilla. Cream until blended.
  • Add one egg at a time, beating until blended.
  • Sift flour, baking powder and salt together. Add rolled oats (or coconut) and mix.
  • Add dry ingredients to creamed sugar butter mixture until blended.
  • Spread batter into a greased 12 x 18 sheet pan (Also called a half sheet or 2/3 sheet pan available from restaurant supply houses.).
  • Bake for 20 - 25 minutes. Do not overbake. Cookies should have a chewy consistency.
  • Remove and cool for 15-20 minutes while you make icing.
  • Prepare icing: Combine powdered sugar and peanut butter.
  • Add very hot water and beat well until smooth consistency.
  • Spread on cookies while still warm. Let them cool another 15-20 minutes before cutting.
  • After cutting, remove from pan to finish cooling.
  • Can be cut into 2 inch to 3 inch squares. Can make three dozen depending on size of bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.9, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 33.7, Sodium 182.1, Carbohydrate 32.4, Fiber 1, Sugar 24.1, Protein 4.1

TERESA'S PEANUT BUTTER CHEWS



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This recipe only has 4 ingredients in it and is soo easy to make. I cannot make enough of these for my family!

Provided by tcourto

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 7m

Yield 2 dozen, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cups corn flakes
1 cup white corn syrup
1 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups peanut butter

Steps:

  • Put corn flakes in a large mixing bowl and set aside.
  • Bring corn syrup and sugar to boil in medium pan.
  • Remove from heat and add peanut butter, mix well.
  • Pour mixture over cereal and quickly mix well.
  • Drop by spoonfuls onto wax paper.
  • Let cool. Place in airtight container.

PEANUT BUTTER CHEWS / PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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If you attended San Diego City Schools from the 70's through the 90's chances are you're familiar with these bars. I've searched for this recipe for many years and now that I've found it I'm sharing it with the WORLD! I often make these for parties and fundraisers and they're the first to go.

Provided by Mary Ann F

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 c softened butter
3/4 c creamy peanut butter
1 c sugar
1 1/2 c firmly packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp real vanilla extract
2 c all purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
2 c quick cooking oats
FROSTING (AS PICTURED)
2 c confectioners' sugar
3 Tbsp creamy peanut butter
1 tsp real vanilla extract
pinch salt
3-4 Tbsp milk
GLAZE (ORIGINAL RECIPE)
1/2 c confectioners' sugar
3 tsp creamy peanut butter
1-2 Tbsp hot water

Steps:

  • 1. Grease half sheet jelly roll pan / cookie sheet (with sides) and preheat oven to 350F. Mix butter, sugars and peanut butter until smooth and creamy. Add eggs and vanilla and continue to mix until well incorporated.
  • 2. In a separate bowl sift flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually combine with butter mixture ensuring it is mixed well.
  • 3. Fold in the oats.
  • 4. Press dough into pan and bake for 25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Do not over bake.
  • 5. While waiting, prepare the frosting. For either the glaze or frosting, toss all the ingredients into one bowl and mix well. Set it aside while the chews are baking. Once the chews are done baking allow to cool for ten minutes then glaze/frost while warm. Cut into bars when completely cooled.
  • 6. Yields approximately 24-32 bars. Stays well for up to a week refrigerated in a tightly sealed container.

HOMEMADE PEANUT BUTTER CHEWS



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The peanut butter chews that were sold in school cafeterias. I make these for my kids all the time, and sometimes drizzle chocolate and butterscotch on top of the cookies. Rich, but excellent!

Provided by Cindy

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Peanut Butter Cookie Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup corn syrup
1 cup white sugar
1 cup creamy peanut butter
4 ½ cups cornflakes cereal
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup butterscotch chips

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine corn syrup and white sugar. Bring to a boil, boil for one minute, and remove from heat. Stir in peanut butter until well blended. Mix in cereal until evenly coated. Drop by spoonfuls onto waxed paper.
  • In a glass bowl in the microwave, or using a double boiler, melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips, stirring frequently until smooth. Drizzle on the top of the cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Carbohydrate 22.6 g, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 63.4 mg, Sugar 12.3 g

PEANUT BUTTER CHEWS



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This is a easy snack. If you use the clear corn syrup this recipe is okay for any child that is on a diet where they cannot have any food coloring, dyes, or such. My ex SIL's son was on a diet for A.D.D. This was one of his favorite treats he could have.

Provided by Tiggrr

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 25m

Yield 16-20 Squares

Number Of Ingredients 4

5 cups Rice Krispies
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup corn syrup
3/4 cup peanut butter

Steps:

  • Pour cereal into large bowl.
  • In saucepan combine sugar& corn syrup.
  • Stir.
  • occasionally, bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • and boil 1 minute.
  • Remove from heat, stir in peanut butter until smooth.
  • Pour over cereal, stir to coat well.
  • Press evenly into 9 inch square pan coated.
  • with shortening or cooking spray.
  • Cool completely.
  • Invert pan on cutting board.
  • and cut into bars.

PEANUT BUTTER CHEWIES



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These were a favorite of mine in elementary school in Arkansas. They are very easy to make. My three year old son loves them and they bring back memories for me. They are also good to throw in a zip bag for travel.

Provided by HaleyB

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups peanut butter
1 cup corn syrup (Karo, or similar)
7 cups corn flakes

Steps:

  • In a large pot melt sugar, corn syrup, and peanut butter together over low heat, stirring frequently and being careful not to scorch. Do not boil.
  • Once melted, remove from heat and gently stir in corn flakes.
  • Spoon 1/4 cup sized portions onto wax paper with a spoon. You can also butter your hands and shape into balls.

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