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Peanut Butter Banana Muffins

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Peanut Butter Banana Muffins are a delicious lunchbox goody made with overripe bananas, eggs, flour, sugar, butter, and creamy peanut butter.  Add some fresh fruit, a hard-boiled egg, chunks of cheddar cheese and a quarter sheet of Brawny® Tear-A-Square® to the lunchbox for a balanced meal, your kids will want to eat!

Although it seems like summer literally just started, it is time to start school shopping and preparing for the back-to-school chaos. A top to-do on my back-to-school list is gathering some simple recipes perfect for lunches.

Peanut Butter Banana Muffins supply your kids with peanut butter and bananas to power them through the afternoon. Peanut butter is high in protein and high in healthy fats your kids need. Bananas are loaded with nutrients! They aid in digestion, level blood sugar levels and help your kids stay full longer.

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Peanut Butter Banana Muffins

Peanut Butter Banana Muffins are fluffy and moist with lots of banana and a burst of peanut butter. I like to put a little crunch on top with some chopped peanuts and an extra drizzle of peanut butter because in my book, you can’t have too much peanut butter!

Tips & Tricks

Freezing Bananas

We always have leftover bananas in my house. A great way to reduce waste is saving them for later for all kinds of recipes, including these Peanut Butter Banana Muffins. Simply peel, cut the bananas in halves, toss in a resealable bag, and place in freezer. Before use, defrost and then mash. Bananas can be kept in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Lunchbox Ideas

A balanced lunchbox is essential! Items the kids will actually eat is also essential. Fill the lunchbox with your kids favorites. Here are some ideas: 

  • Fruits- bananas, strawberries, blueberries, apple slices, mandarin oranges are some of my kids favorites. 
  • Peanut Butter Banana Muffins. 
  • Hard boiled eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper. 
  • Cheese chunks or cheese stick. 
  • Yogurt. 
  • Celery sticks, carrots, broccoli, snow peas, bell peppers are some great raw vegetable choices. 
  • A salad with your kids favorite veggies and dressing on the side. 
  • Sandwich or wraps with peanut butter and jelly or turkey and cheese. 
  • Water bottle or juice box. 

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Peanut Butter Banana Muffins

Peanut Butter Banana Muffins are a delicious lunchbox goody made with overripe bananas, egg, flour, sugar, butter and creamy peanut butter. 

Servings 16 muffins
Author Amber

Ingredients

  • 3 overripe bananas
  • 1 egg large
  • 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter creamy
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts pecans or walnuts can be used
  • 2 Tablespoons peanut butter creamy for garnish

Instructions

  • Smash 3 overripe bananas in a medium sized mixing bowl. You can use a potato masher or just a fork.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Add egg, melted butter and sugar. Mix well.

  • Add flour, baking soda, salt, vanilla extract and 1/2 cup peanut butter. Whisk until batter is thoroughly mixed.
  • Line a muffin pan with cupcake wrappers or spray with nonstick oil/butter.
  • Fill each wrapper 3/4 full of batter.
  • Bake for 22 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let muffins cool.
  • In a small ramekin/ bowl, melt 2 Tablespoons peanut butter in the microwave for 20-30 seconds and drizzle a little over each muffin.
  • Sprinkle with chopped peanuts and serve.

Have you tried Brawny® Tear-A-Square® in your home yet? Let me know in the comments below and give some more lunchbox ideas by telling me your favorite lunch items.

 

No Churn Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream

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No Churn Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream is a delicious treat made with condensed milk, heavy whipping cream , creamy peanut butter and peanut butter cups. No ice cream machine needed! 

Cincinnati has had A TON OF RAIN so far this year but this week is is sunny and hot. Homemade ice cream is a must! A family favorite for my family is peanut butter ice cream and peanut butter cups for treats so this creamy ice cream is completely devoured and totally enjoyed by us all. 

Also try this Peanut Butter and Chocolate Layered Desert recipe for my peanut butter fans! 

No Churn Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream

No Churn Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream is creamy with LOADS of goodies. Honestly, you can cut the peanut butter and peanut butter cup chunks in half and still have a goody-filled ice cream. I don’t like to mess around when it comes to dessert though- it needs to be flavorful and satisfying. 

What to keep it on the lighter side? Try this Dragon Fruit Sorbet made with fresh fruits. 

Tips & Tricks

No Churn

No churn ice cream is crazy easy to make and no fancy equipment is needed. You just need two mixing bowls, a hand mixer and a container to freeze for really yummy ice cream made at home. 

Stiff Peak

The instructions tell you to beat heavy whipping cream to a stiff peak. What does this mean? You will use a hand or stand mixer to beat the cream for 6+ minutes until the liquid thickens up. The cream is done when you are able to lift the beaters out of the cream and it stands straight up without curling or falling over. 

 

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No Churn Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream

No Churn Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream is a delicious treat made with condensed milk, heavy whipping cream , creamy peanut butter and peanut butter cups.

Course Dessert
Keyword Ice Cream
Prep Time 12 minutes
Freezing Time 6 hours
Servings 12 scoops
Author Amber

Equipment

  • Hand Mixer

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cups peanut butter cups chopped
  • 16 ounces heavy whipping cream
  • 14 ounces condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter creamy
  • chopped peanuts optional garnish

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk vanilla extract and condensed milk.
  • Chop peanut butter cups (about 6) and mix in.
  • In a separate bowl. Beat heavy cream to a stiff peak. Details within post above.
  • Fold the condensed milk bowl together with the whipped cream bowl.
  • Pour half the mix into the ice cream tub.
  • Microwave 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter for 20 seconds. Spread half of peanut butter over top.
  • Pour the remainder of the ice cream mixture into tub followed by the remainder of the peanut butter. Use a knife to make a few swirls throughout the mixture.
  • Cover and freeze for 6+ hours.

Notes

This recipe is fully loaded with peanut butter! You can cut back the peanut butter and peanut butter cup amounts by half and still get a delicious ice cream if you want a lighter peanut butter flavor. 

What is your favorite ice cream flavor on a hot summer day? Let me know in the comments below. 

Crispy Peanut Butter Balls

Crispy Peanut Butter Balls are an easy no-bake dessert made with crunchy peanut butter, rice cereal, butter, confectioners sugar and chocolate.

Here in Ohio, we love our buckeyes with chocolate covered creamy peanut butter balls. These Crispy Peanut Butter Balls are a spin off of Ohio’s favorite made just for my crunchy peanut butter lovers.

Crispy Peanut Butter Balls

Crispy Peanut Butter Balls are super easy to make but a little bit of work to mix the ingredients together and roll each ball and then dip each in chocolate. The work is well worth it though! These little peanut butter balls are delicious.

You can make these Crispy Peanut Butter Balls for any holiday or gathering… just switch up the sprinkles! For myself, peanut butter balls have always been a Christmas food. My mom would make a batch every year for Christmas Day dinner and has always been a family favorite so I hope your family loves them just as much as mine does.

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Crispy Peanut Butter Balls

Crispy Peanut Butter Balls are an easy no-bake dessert made with crunchy peanut butter, rice cereal, butter, confectioners sugar and chocolate.
Course Dessert
Keyword chocolate, crispy peanut butter balls, crunchy peanut butter balls, dessert, peanut butter, peanut butter balls
Servings 30 Peanut Butter Balls
Author Amber

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups crunchy peanut butter
  • 2 1/2 cups confectioners sugar
  • 2 1/2 cups crispy rice cereal
  • 10 ounces chocolate melting wafers
  • 4 teaspoons shortening
  • sprinkles

Instructions

  • Add softened butter and peanut butter into a microwave safe bowl. Cook in microwave for 1 minute and stir well. 
  • Slowly add in confectioners sugar mixing the ingredients into a dough. Use a spatula or even a your hands to thoroughly mix. 
  • Add crispy rice cereal. Stir well. 
  • Roll 1 inch balls and place onto a parchment covered cookie sheet. It helps to use press the ingredients together into a ball with your hands.
  • Place peanut butter balls into freezer for 15 minutes. 
  • Place the chocolate wafers and shortening into a microwave safe bowl. Cook in 30 second increments, stirring between, until chocolate is fully melted. 
  • Dip each peanut butter ball into melted chocolate and place back onto parchment paper. I like to use a toothpick to dip but a fork also works well or whichever method you prefer. Add sprinkles immediately. 
  • Serve when chocolate has hardened. 

Are you team creamy peanut butter or team crunchy peanut butter? Let me know in the comments below.

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Layered Dessert

Peanut Butter & Chocolate Layered Dessert

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Layered Dessert with a decadent brownie bottom, creamy no-bake peanut butter layer, fudge and whipped topping.

Sometimes you come across a dessert that is just pure joy in every bite. This is one of those desserts. Joy in every single crumb.

What makes this Peanut Butter and Chocolate Layered Dessert insanely delicious?

It all starts with the fudgy brownie bottom. The brownie is made from dark cocoa and adds a richness and beautiful texture. Then, comes the peanut butter layer which is probably my favorite part. I have a serious soft spot for peanut butter desserts! Cream cheese, peanut butter and whipped topping are mixed together to form a creamy center. Add a layer of chocolate fudge and a layer of layer of whipped topping to complete.

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Layered Dessert

You can use any brownie recipe you like but I recommend the one in the recipe card because it is really rich. Use non-stick pray a 9 x 11 pan/casserole dish and mix the brownie batter. Bake the brownie and let cool before adding the next layers.

Time for the peanut butter layer! Mix and spread over the brownie, followed by the fudge, then whipped topping. Place the dessert in refrigerator until chilled and then garnish as you wish. Drizzle peanut butter and chocolate fudge over top, shred some chocolate chunks or even chop up some peanut butter cups.

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Peanut Butter and Chocolate Layered Dessert

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Layered Dessert with a decadent brownie bottom, creamy no-bake peanut butter layer, fudge and whipped topping. 

Yields: 12 servings

  • Brownie
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 8 ounces unsalted butter, melted (2 sticks)
  • 1.25 cups dark cocoa
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • .5 cup flour
  • .5 teaspoon salt
  • Peanut Butter Filling
  • .75 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 8 ounces whipped topping
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • Topping and Garnish
  • 16 ounce jar chocolate fudge
  • .25 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 8 ounce whipped topping
  • milk chocolate bar, shaved or peanut butter cups, chopped
  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  2. Oil a 8 x 11 dish with non-stick spray.
  3. Melt 2 sticks of unsalted butter.
  4. In a mixing bowl, add 4 eggs, 1 cup granulated, 1 cup brown sugar and melted butter. Use a hand mixer to blend well.
  5. Add 1.25 cups dark cocoa, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, .5 cup flour, .5 teaspoon salt. Mix again and pour into your dish.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Remove the brownie from oven and let cool.
  8. Mix the peanut butter filling. Add 3/4 cup peanut butter and 8 ounces cream cheese. Use a hand mixer to blend until creamy. Add in 1 cup sugar and 8 ounces whipped topping and blend thoroughly. Pour on top of the brownie layer. Use a spatula to spread evenly.
  9. Heat up the jar of fudge in the microwave for 1 minute. Pour 3/4 of jar over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly.
  10. Place in the refrigerator until chilled and fudge is set.
  11. Place 8 ounces of whipped topping on top of fudge layer and spread evenly.
  12. Garnish however you please. Drizzle fudge and peanut butter over top. Place the fudge ad peanut butter into pastry bags with small tips for easy decorating. Shave a chocolate bar and sprinkle on top. Peanut butter cups could also be used.
  • Preparation time: 30 minutes
  • Cook time: 35 minutes

You are not going to want to miss out on this Peanut Butter and Chocolate Layered Dessert! Do you have a family gathering or birthday coming up? This will be a hit!

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Peanut Butter Chocolate Bundt Cake

Peanut Butter Chocolate Bundt Cake

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Peanut Butter Chocolate Bundt Cake is a moist, decadent dessert with the perfect mix of peanut butter and chocolate. This chocolate cake is a basic recipe with one little twist- International Delight® REESE’S Peanut Butter Cup is a main ingredient!

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International Delight® REESE’S Peanut Butter Cup and International Delight® Sugar-Free Pumpkin Pie Spice  are ahhh-mazing in a cup of coffee but today, we are baking with coffee creamer!

What does coffee creamer add to a baking recipe?

I find using a fantastic coffee creamer is a simple way to add an extra depth of flavor. You have a great chocolate cake with a hint of flavoring from the coffee creamer, which is why the International Delight® REESE’S Peanut Butter Cup works amazingly for todays recipe!

Peanut Butter Chocolate Bundt Cake

Peanut Butter Chocolate Bundt Cake is a moist, chocolate dessert rich in flavor with a layer of peanut butter within and topped with a delicious chocolate icing. What really makes this cake special is the added peanut butter flavors throughout with International Delight® REESE’S Peanut Butter Cup in the cake mix and the icing to give that perfect balance of peanut butter and chocolate.

Let’s begin baking! Preheat your oven to 350 degrees prepare your fluted cake pan with grease and flour. With this type pf cake, you will want to grease the pan well to prevent sticking. I use a barbeque sauce brush to get the oil into all the grooves and coat with flour.

Grab two mixing bowls for the cake. One will be for dry ingredients and one for the wet ingredients. Use a hand or stand mixer to mix the wet ingredients well and then add in the dry ingredients. Pour half the cake batter into your pan.

This Peanut Butter Chocolate Bundt Cake has a delicious layer of peanut butter filling which is prepared next. Combine the cream cheese and creamy peanut butter with eggs and sugar. Mix well and spoonful over the center of cake. Pour the remaining cake batter over top. Note that the cream cheese should be close to room temperature. It won’t cook perfectly if it is too cold.

Bake the cake for 55-65 minutes. You should be able to insert a toothpick in the center and have it come out clean. This means your cake is done.

Let the cake cool down and mix up the peanut butter chocolate icing. The icing may be my favorite part of the whole cake. I am a fan of toppings from icing to frosting to drizzles. Icing will just complete your dessert. Some cocoa combined with confectioners sugar mixed with International Delight® REESE’S Peanut Butter Cup makes a crazy good icing. Sprinkle some REESE’S Peanut Butter Cups on top to garnish and serve.

Pour yourself an ice-cold glass of milk or a freshly brewed coffee and enjoy every sweet, decadent bite.

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  • Chocolate Cake
  • 4.5 cups all purpose flour
  • 2.5 cups granulated sugar
  • .5 cup dark cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon baking soda
  • .5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 cups International Delight® REESE'S Peanut Butter Cup
  • Peanut Butter Filling
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • .5 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • Peanut Butter Chocolate Icing
  • 1/4 cup dark cocoa powder
  • 1 cup confectioners sugar
  • 3 tablespoons International Delight® REESE'S Peanut Butter Cup
  • 5 REESE’S Peanut Butter Cups
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. In a mixing bowl, add flour, 2.5 cups sugar, .5 cups cocoa, baking soda and salt. Whisk ingredients together.
  3. In a separate bowl, add in vegetable oil, vinegar, vanilla extract, warm water water and 2 cups International Delight® REESE'S Peanut Butter Cup. Use a hand or stand mixer to thoroughly mix.
  4. Slowly add in the dry ingredients bowl to your wet ingredients bowl using the hand or stand mixer to mix together.
  5. Grease and flour a fluted tube pan. I used a 12.5 cup capacity Bundt cake pan.
  6. Pour half the cake mix into pan.
  7. Mix up your peanut butter filling. With a hand mixer, mix cream cheese and creamy peanut butter until smooth. Add in 1/4 cup sugar and egg. Mix again.
  8. Spoon peanut butter mix into the center of the cake pan.
  9. Pour the remainder of the cake mix into pan.
  10. Bake for 55-65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  11. Let cool. I like to add my icing when the cake is still a bit warm so it cascades and melts over the top.
  12. To make the peanut butter chocolate icing, whisk 1/4 cup cocoa, confectioners sugar and 3 tablespoons International Delight® REESE'S Peanut Butter Cup in a small bowl and cover cake.
  13. Chop 5 REESE’S Peanut Butter Cups and sprinkle over top.
  14. Serve with a glass of milk or cup of coffee.

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The Best Peanut Butter Cookies

The Best Peanut Butter Cookies are chewy, soft, slightly crumbly with lots of peanut butter! Ohhhh how I love peanut butter!

 

The Best Peanut Butter Cookies

 

I browsed around for a good peanut butter recipe and stumbled upon this one here. I read the reviews and people said they fell apart and were slightly salty. Uhm, hello dream cookie. I recommend using unsalted butter with a teaspoon of salt or salted butter without the added salt. One or the other. I love salt but you don’t need to overpower your cookies.

Creamy peanut butter was used today for The Best Peanut Butter Cookies but you can easily swap for crunchy and it will be delicious. I always try to give a tip for recipes but this is really simple. Mix all your ingredients besides the flour together well. Next, add the flour and mix another minute. Bake them. Easy. Make sure that your butter is softened and your egg is at room temperature before starting the cookie dough and they should bake up perfectly after a 20 minute rest in the refrigerator.

Let’s make bake cookies!

 

The Best Peanut Butter Cookies

 

Recipe adapted from Rachel Schultz.

 

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Yields: 24 cookies

  • .5 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1.5 cups flour
  1. Gather ingredients, baking sheet, parchment paper, fork, cooling rack, mixer, measuring cups, mixing bowl and cookie scoop.
  2. Allow time for the egg to warm and butter to soften.
  3. Pre heat oven to 350 degrees.
  4. In the mixing bowl, add .5 cup butter, 1/4 cup sugar, 3/4 brown sugar, egg, tablespoon vanilla extract, teaspoon salt and baking soda. Use a stand or hand mixer to mix all ingredients well.
  5. Add 1.5 cups flour and mix again until completely bended.
  6. Set cookie dough in refrigerator for 20 minutes.
  7. Place parchment paper on baking sheet.
  8. Scoop dough onto baking sheet allowing enough space for cookies to expand.
  9. Using the fork, press cookies down a bit.
  10. Place in oven for 9-10 minutes.
  11. Place on cooling rack for 10 minutes.
  12. Enjoy!
  • Preparation time: 5 minutes
  • Cook time: 9 minutes

 

 

The Best Peanut Butter Cookies

 

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Espresso Brownies with Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce

Espresso Brownies with Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce is a decadent brownie full of espresso with a swirl of peanut butter caramel sauce and a sprinkle of sea salt over top. 

Sometimes you just need something fudgy, chocolaty and extra sweet. Bonus, when peanut butter is involved also! These brownies are such a sweet treat and great to bring to work to share with coworkers or to have out on a dessert spread during gatherings. 

You may also enjoy this recipe for a Chocolate Sour Cream Bundt Cake!

Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce

Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce is what makes this brownie recipe special. It is thick and creamy with the perfect amount of peanut butter flavor that really amps up the espresso brownies! You get that, “WHOA” response with the first bite because it is unexpected but so incredibly delicious. 

Tips & Tricks

Make sure to cook the caramel sauce on a low heat and bring to a low simmer while whisking and mixing thoroughly. This doesn’t take long. Once the sauce is simmering, it thickens very quickly and will continue to thicken as it cools. 

Espresso Brownies with Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce

Espresso Brownies with Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce are fudgy… gooey… chocolaty… with a hint of coffee and the peanut butter caramel swirl just takes these brownies over-the-top good. A sprinkle of sea salt over top helps balance the sweetness and pairs well with the peanut butter. The brownies themselves are easily made with all the ingredients just being stirred in ONE bowl. I don’t like complicated recipes and I love this recipe because although simple, it is still special and original. 

Tips & Tricks

Cook Time

I cook my brownies for 25 minutes. At this point, the brownies are cooked just right to be pretty gooey still while still being thoroughly cooked through. An inserted toothpick should come out clean when removed besides a little caramel sauce that may stick to it. Yes, you can cook these a little longer if you like crisper edges. 

Just look at that delicious swirl below!

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Espresso Brownies with Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce

Espresso Brownies with Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce is a decadent brownie full of espresso with a swirl of peanut butter caramel sauce and a sprinkle of sea salt over top. 

Course Dessert
Keyword brownies, chocolate, coffee, crispy peanut butter balls, espresso
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Author Amber

Ingredients

Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce

  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 Tablespoons corn syrup

Espresso Brownies with Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce

  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 5 teaspoons instant espresso powder
  • 8 Tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • sea salt garnish
  • non-stick spray

Instructions

Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce

  • On the stove top, put a medium sized pan on medium heat to start the peanut butter caramel sauce.
  • Add 1/2 cup peanut butter, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons of corn syrup. Whisk well until it slightly bubbles and will is at a nice, thick and creamy consistency. When completed blended, the sauce is complete.
  • Remove from heat and set to the side.

Espresso Brownies with Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add 1 stick melted butter.
  • Add 3/4 cup cocoa powder, 1 1/2 cups sugar, 5 teaspoons, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 3 eggs and mix well. Add in the 1 cup flour and mix until thoroughly mixed. Mixing with just a spatula works fine for this.
  • Lightly spray your 8 by 11 baking dish and add brownie mix.
  • Place dollops of peanut caramel sauce over brownie mix. I use about 2/3 of the sauce.
  • Use a knife to makes swirls with the peanut butter caramel sauce.
  • Cook for 25 minutes for gooey brownies. You can cook slightly longer if you enjoy crispy brownies.
  • Put on a cooling rack for 30 minutes.
  • Drizzle with more peanut butter caramel sauce and sprinkle with some sea salt. The, cut into 12 servings and serve.

Notes

Peanut Butter Caramel Sauce adapted from Midnight Baker. 

Are you a center or edge brownie eater? I love the very center where it is super gooey, what about you? Let me know in the comments below. 

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More coffee and peanut butter recipes with Peanut Butter Bash group!

Peanut Butter and Coffee Granola from Bake Then Eat

Coffee and Peanut Butter Bars from Kliensworth & Co.

Peanut Butter Mocha Squares from The Queens of Delicious

Mocha No Bake Cookies from Cookie Dough and Oven Mitt.

 

Homemade Peanut Butter

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Homemade Peanut Butter is simple to make using just unsalted peanuts, honey, peanut oil and a pinch of salt.

You can’t beat homemade. Everything tastes better homemade, am I right? Homemade Peanut Butter is no exception and having control over the ingredients you put into your body and having complete control of flavor is huge! Store bought peanut butter can contain unnecessary ingredients or artificial ingredients and you don’t know where the ingredients are coming from. Making your peanut butter allows you to buy local or on sale peanuts and local honey. Local honey may great benefits such as building your immunity for seasonal allergies. Win, win.

Homemade Peanut Butter

Homemade Peanut Butter is delicious and can be used for sandwiches, for a snack on celery (my fave) and apple slices or as an ingredient in various dishes. All you need is 4 ingredients and a food processor!

Tips & Tricks

The Oil

I like to use peanut oil because of the flavor and it has a long shelf life. You can choose a healthier oil such as canola, safflower or sunflower.

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Homemade Peanut Butter

Homemade Peanut Butter is simple to make using just unsalted peanuts, honey, peanut oil and a pinch of salt. 
Keyword peanut butter
Prep Time 6 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Author Amber

Ingredients

  • 3 cups unsalted dry roasted peanuts
  • 1/4 cup peanut oil
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • dash salt

Instructions

  • Gather ingredients, food processor, and storage container.
  • Put all ingredients into food processor. Add salt to taste. Blend for 3 minutes.
  • Give a good stir and blend another 3 minutes or until the consistency you like. 
  • Pour into a storage container and set in fridge.
  • Enjoy your homemade peanut butter on sandwiches, as a dip, treat or whatever you can think of!

Notes

Store in the refrigerator for up to 6 months. 30-60 minutes, remove from refrigerator to serve to soften.