How to Make Peanut Chewies - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of peanut butter and chewy treats, then you'll love this recipe for Peanut Chewies. These delicious, gooey bars are packed full of peanut flavor and are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. Whether you're making them for a party, bake sale, or just for a tasty snack, these Peanut Chewies are sure to be a hit.

The best part about this recipe is that it's quick and easy to make, requiring only a few simple ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen. These bars...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ⅔ cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 3 cups miniature marshmallows
  • ⅔ cup corn syrup
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups peanut butter chips
  • 2 cups crisp rice cereal
  • 2 cups salted peanuts (Optional)

Information

  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 3 dozen

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, baking soda, 1/2 cup butter or margarine, 1 teaspoon vanilla and egg yolks. Mix on low speed with an electric mixer until crumbly.
  • Press firmly into bottom of 13 x 9 inch pan. Bake 12- 15 minutes until golden brown.
  • Immediately sprinkle marshmallows over top and return to oven for 2 - 2 1/2 minutes. Let cool while preparing topping.
  • To Make Topping: In a large saucepan over low heat combine corn syrup, 1/4 cup butter or margarine, 2 teaspoons vanilla and peanut butter chips until smoothly melted, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in cereal and nuts. Immediately spoon over marshmallows, spreading to cover. Refrigerate until firm. Cut into 36 bars.
  • Nutrition

    230 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 22mg
    • Sodium: 191mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 15mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 69mg