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Peanut Butter Chocolate Crunch Bars: Irresistible Homemade Treats

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Recipe: Sweet Marie Chocolate Treats 🍫

Description:

These Sweet Marie Chocolate Treats are an absolute delight, perfect for any occasion! Originating from the PB Cookbook for Kids, they’re a divine combination of peanut butter, chocolate, and crunchy goodness. Whether you’re a fan of PB and chocolate or just looking for a scrumptious treat, these squares are sure to please!

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 16 squares

Ingredients:

  • 5 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup corn syrup
  • 2 cups roasted peanuts
  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions:

  1. Prepare Pan:

    • Grease an 8-inch square cake pan with butter, ensuring even coverage to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Peanut Butter Mixture:

    • In a saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, combine peanut butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and butter.
    • Heat and stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
  3. Add Crunchy Goodness:

    • Once the mixture is smooth, add in the roasted peanuts (optional) and rice crispies.
    • Stir gently to combine, ensuring the peanuts and crispies are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
  4. Spread in Pan:

    • Using a spatula, spread the peanut butter mixture evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the top for a uniform finish.
  5. Chill:

    • Place the pan in the refrigerator to allow the mixture to harden and cool, typically for about 15-20 minutes.
  6. Prepare Chocolate Icing:

    • In a separate bowl, melt the remaining stick of butter using either the stove or microwave.
    • Add cocoa powder and powdered sugar to the melted butter, stirring until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
  7. Top with Chocolate Icing:

    • Once the peanut butter mixture has cooled and hardened, remove it from the refrigerator.
    • Pour the prepared chocolate icing evenly over the top of the peanut butter mixture, ensuring full coverage.
  8. Chill Again:

    • Return the pan to the refrigerator to allow the chocolate icing to harden, typically for another 15-20 minutes.
  9. Slice and Serve:

    • Once the chocolate icing has set, remove the pan from the refrigerator.
    • Using a sharp knife, cut the chilled mixture into squares of your desired size.
  10. Enjoy!

    • Serve these delectable Sweet Marie Chocolate Treats to your friends, family, or guests, and watch as they disappear in no time!

These irresistible squares are perfect for dessert, snacking, or any time you’re craving a delicious combination of peanut butter and chocolate. Enjoy every delightful bite of these homemade treats! 🥜🍫

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