Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Candy
A classic no-bake peanut butter candy recipe.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls At least two medium-sized bowls
- Baking Sheet For setting the candy
- Parchment paper To line the baking sheet
Ingredients
Peanut Butter Mixture
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Optional additions
- 0.5 cup chocolate chips Semi-sweet or milk chocolate
- 0.25 cup chopped peanuts Roasted or salted
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and heavy cream.
- Mix until well combined and smooth. If using, add chocolate chips and peanuts at this stage.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pour the peanut butter mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly to about 1/2 inch thickness.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- Once firm, cut into small squares or other desired shapes.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar instead of powdered sugar. Adjust the amount of powdered sugar to achieve desired consistency.