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Chocolate Coated Peanut Butter Crackers

4

50 min

Chocolate Coated Peanut Butter Crackers

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Category

Desserts

Time

50 min

Serving

40 persons

Calories

389

Rating

4.00 rating-star (128)

Cuisine

Author: Victoria Bailey
Peanut butter-filled crackers dipped in chocolate and decorated with candy sprinkles are a decadent treat to have on hand. Store cookies between layers of waxed paper in cool, dry place, or in the refrigerator. These freeze well.

Ingredients

  • creamy or chunky peanut butter: 0.75 cup
  • chocolate almond bark, broken into pieces: 2 pound
  • buttery round crackers (such as RitzВ®): 80 piece
  • colored candy sprinkles (Optional): 2.25 ounces

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Stages of cooking

  1. Spread approximately 1 teaspoon peanut butter onto each cracker half. Press peanut butter sides together to form 40 peanut butter-filled sandwich cookies.
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  2. Melt almond bark in the top of a double boiler over hot, but not boiling, water. Reduce heat and keep melted chocolate in top of double boiler over simmering water.
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  3. Dip each sandwich cookie into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drain back into pot.
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  4. Place coated cookies onto waxed paper and immediately sprinkle with candy sprinkles so they adhere to the melted chocolate.
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  5. Place cookies in the refrigerator until chocolate has set, about 15 minutes.
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History of the Chocolate Coated Peanut Butter Crackers:

This delicious treat has been a favorite for many years. Peanut butter crackers have been around since the early 1900s, but the addition of chocolate and candy sprinkles took it to the next level. It's the perfect combination of sweet and salty, creamy and crunchy. Although the origin is uncertain, it's safe to say that this dessert has become a popular choice for parties, holidays, and even a quick snack.

Tips and Tricks for Chocolate Coated Peanut Butter Crackers Recipe:

  1. Use room temperature peanut butter to make it easier to spread.
  2. Make sure the peanut butter is spread evenly onto each cracker half to ensure an even amount in each sandwich cookie.
  3. Use a toothpick or fork to dip the cookies into the melted chocolate to avoid getting chocolate on your hands.
  4. Work quickly when sprinkling candy sprinkles onto the cookies before the chocolate sets.
  5. Chill the cookies in the refrigerator to allow the chocolate to set before serving.

Tips for presenting the dish:

  1. Arrange the Chocolate Coated Peanut Butter Crackers on a platter or in a decorative tin for a convenient and beautiful presentation.
  2. Garnish with additional candy sprinkles or drizzle with melted chocolate for an extra special touch.
  3. Pair with a glass of milk or hot cocoa for the ultimate indulgence.

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