Made these today. With the exception of adding a light sprinkling of flaky sea salt on the freshly poured chocolate layer, I followed the recipe exactly as written. These bars are amazing. The texture of the peanut butter base and the chocolate topping together are absolutely delicious.
I've been making these for decades. They are always a huge hit, and they taste exactly like Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. Pro Tip: If you're using just chocolate for the topping (rather than a mixture of chocolate and peanut butter), you will want to leave them in the fridge only long enough for the chocolate to be *just barely* set but not yet hard (~20-25min). If you chill completely before cutting them into squares, the chocolate will shatter and some pieces will become detached from the peanut butter layer. Doesn't affect the taste at all of course but it does look messy, so if presentation is important (e.g. giving as a gift, or for a party, etc.), then you'll want to make sure you cut before it gets hard.
@@zeeshawnali4078 I usually make it the same day, or back in my employee days when I would take it to work for "treat day" I'd make it the evening before. Leftovers (if there are any LOL) will keep in the fridge in an airtight container for a few days, but I'd say they're "optimal" (best flavour) when consumed within a couple of days.
Dear John, I have thoroughly enjoyed your recipes, but this one I learned just before the holidays. As I'm a live-in caregiver I had nurses coming in and out every day and I made these for them and let them know the recipe is from the Preppy Kitchen. Hope this got you new subscribers! Love your recipes!
I made this two weeks back and it turned out so good. Everyone loved it. I really enjoy your recipes. There’s a simplicity in them and in the way you explain each instruction. I have gotten better at baking, thanks to you 😊
I made these tonight and they are fantastic! I did use less sugar as I am very sensitive to the taste of it, especially powdered. 1 1/4 cups worked so well for me! A new summer favorite, I love keeping it in the fridge.
I made these and took them to my in-laws tonight. Everyone loved them! My mother-in-law even asked for the recipe. I don’t have graham crackers or biscoff cookies where I live but I was able to find a nice substitute. I loved the fact that this is a no-bake dessert and that I didn’t have to turn on my oven in this stupid hot summer.
I saw that popeye4016's comment is really old but wanted to add this for the future. :) I live in a place where graham crackers are an expensive imported item and sub in butter cookies. They are mostly there for a little crunch and aren't the main flavor, so I typically get the generic version of Bahlsen butter cookies. Crunchy sugar cookies or British digestive biscuits would probably be good. In the US, I would also consider something like Nilla wafers (for the rest of the world: they're not wafers, just little vanilla cookies).
@@PreppyKitchenLove your recipes... they turn out pretty good...would you help me with the quantity of butter in grams. It would be really helpful. Thank you 😃
John, I just made this and it is one of the best desserts ever! I had to substitute stevia for the powdered sugar because I'm type 2 diabetic, but other than that, exactly the same. Amazing and thank you so much for creating this!
There's a very finely powdered stevia which I find I need to use more of, but the granular types of stevia I usually use less than an equal amount in place of sugar.
I love all your recipes but I love how you did the metric and American measurements! I love baking with the metric system. Thank you for what you do! I know it’s your passion but sharing that passion helps me learn!
This recipe is delicious. I prepared and took these to a party where all manner of fancy food was being served. They were everyone’s absolute favorite . Thanks for sharing your kitchen skills and your passion for preparing food with us. Costal Connecticut loves your peanut butter bars!
One of my childhood treat memories, my mom would combine the peanut butter, butter, AND honey. Incorporate that extra ingredient for some added sweetness. My ultimate favorite, sweet & salty crunch!!
I love making this delicious treat! I’ve made them at least 5 times since I have found the recipe. I added some marshmallow fluff into my peanut butter mixture along with vanilla and added a cup of Rice Krispies along with the graham crackers. I used 60% cocoa chips and finished with some flake salt on top. Sooooo delicious!
I have just made these and OH MY GOODNESS...They taste insanely good. Thank you for the recipe. I have been watching your creations during the current UK lockdown and they all are amazing.
I made these for my husband, once, about a year ago and he’s brought up how good they were more times than I can count. Making them for him again for Valentines Day on Monday. Thank you again for this recipe!
I made this with Brown butter and it turned out incredible, also used 63% dark chocolate for top layer, also topped the chocolate with peanut butter chips and flaky sea salt. 🤤🤤
I just checked the pantry and lo and behold...I HAVE EVERYTHING TO MAKE THESE! I'm heading back into the kitchen right now to do this! Thank you again for another wonderful and simple recipe John! :D
My husband makes these for me when I'm craving something sweet! He does a variation with white chocolate that's really good, too. When he makes chocolate ones, he does a mix of milk and dark chocolates. It's to die for! 👌😎
Thanks for the fantastic recipe. I've made them twice and they are absolutely delicious. I just used a little more than half of the sugar, it was still plenty sweet for us.
I made these tonight and they are so good! I used my kitchen scale to measure ingredients. I will never use measuring cups again. So much less mess!! 😊
I really appreciate how you list things both in cups, tablespoons as well as grams. I'm a bit of a bipolar when it comes to that stuff and I'm often switching around between the two while I grab what's nearest so it really helps to have both listed.
Also the rest of the world uses the metric system. So it's basically just the US (and in parts the UK) which still stick to the imperial system including cups and all that stuff... 😉
Have you thought about Not using the name of a disease to describe your personality/ habits, etc.? It's a serious mistake when you use words to which you don't know the meaning /application. Best wishes :)
We call these Hollywood Squares where I'm from(cuyahoga falls Ohio) they were the treat we would get at school and my grandma gave me a recipe that she got from a lunch lady in the 60's or 70's. This is the exact same recipe! I'm glad I can just send this video to people now instead of writing out the recipe lol! Thanks for this video. I'm gna go make some Hollywood Squares to bring to work tomorrow!
These look amazing. I’ve been really struggling after a very significant loss, but maybe I will be able to find the energy and motivation to make these. They’re nice and simple.
Why wasn’t I ever taught how to cut the parchment paper?! 🤩 I love butter and PB on my toast too. Thank you for this recipe! I’m making my husband these in a heart shaped pan for a Valentine’s Day treat. 🙂
OMG....Peanut butter and chocolate is my fav combo. My Great Aunt made something very similar except she made a graham cracker crust with peanut butter layer and then the chocolate layer on top and she called it condy and cut into one inch cubes. I want to make this version and have a HUGE bar sized piece!!!
I tried this myself and it really is as easy as he makes it look. However don't make the mistake i made, i didnt have choc chips so i used regular milk chocolate bars and i over heated them. it went beyond melting and started to cook. being too thick to possible spread i just mixed it in with the rest of it and it turned out really good still. Also John, its an absolute joy watching you do your thing.
this is the earliest i’ve ever been to your vids:’) ive been watching for a while but today i just wanted to say thankyou! i’m in a very bad place but whenever i watch your videos they really cheer me up. your happiness really rubs off on people. love u x
Why do people never say ' trust in God and turn to him? It is God that removes people's problems but only if they believe in him and pray to him sincerely
I tried this and it's amazing. One thing I didn't expect would make that much difference is mixing that extra scoop of peanut butter through the chocolate. The tastes blend as seemlessly as the ingredients themselves do. I used speculaas for the cookies. The cinnamon goes extremely well with peanut and chocolate.
I got sort of close, but still off! I turned the pan over, tucked the end of the paper under one side, then rolled the roll over the bottom of the pan and cut the sheet with a utility knife. Thats the closest ive ever gotten to it fitting nicely!
I'm going to have to try making these. They resemble almost perfectly a dessert my piano teacher used to make when hosting piano recitals, where her students could perform their best works in front of their families and the other students. Sadly, she lost her battle with cancer in 2020. She is greatly missed.
For anyone who has a peanut allergy or gluten intolerance: I substituted the peanut butter with SunButter natural sunflower butter and the graham crackers with Annie's gluten free cocoa and vanilla bunny grahams. I followed the recipe the same way and they turned out delicious. I leave them in the fridge and they stay just the right consistency. :) Thank you, John, for the recipe!
Thank you, Mr. Kanell. I am a cooking enthusiast, not even an amateur really, coming across recipes and personalities that are pleasant to have running while I work during the day. I think I found you when I was looking into crust recipes - and eventually came across this peanut butter bar treats. I managed to put this together - initially weighing everything to get the idea - but I often eyeball it or start to feel the ingredients that suit me or who I'm making it for. This was a huge success, enjoyed by both kids and adults. BTW, I enjoyed a segment I found on you when you were on the Drew Barrymore show. It is so nice for me to see you and your lovely family. As an older member of the LGBTQ+ world, I certainly appreciate your role in others' lives whether you realize it or not. I come from a time where being part of this world was very dangerous - and somehow I survived (just barely). I spent several years working for The Trevor Project, giving back to my community in any way I can. People like you help people like me to just be ourselves. Thank you, thank you. Just being you will inspire anyone to be himself/herself/themselves. Plus we get delicious treats out of all your hard work! You are an excellent teacher and give us enthusiasts glimmers of hope when our treats turn out well!
My dad always used King Syrup molasses!! That stuff was like gold. He brought 2 different size bottles home. He had the big one n we got the smaller. We were not to touch his. Not really but daddy loved him some sweets. As a matter of fact, he'd always have sweets before dinner (supper) n again afterwards too..He loved bakery cheese cake!!
Thank you SO much for all the recipes! My family has especially been enjoying the pizza dough! You've been a huge help. I appreciate you taking your time to explain as you work through your recipes. Looking forward to making these bars this weekend!
This is the second recipe I tried from Preppy Kitchen, You already know these are going to be amazing when your kid is licking the batter off the bowls. We both tasted the end result and this bar is WAY BETTER than any peanut butter cup you can buy in the store. Thank you John!
Looks so good. And pretty easy. I may try to make it with cinnamon, thin layer of chocolate on top and less sugar by alot. I'm thinking the cinnamon will help with the lack of sugar. Then cut them really small, freeze...... for a nice little occasional treat.
I got this recipe from a cooking class in high school over 30 years ago. So, so good. Kids love them, teens love them, adults love them. Great for a dessert potluck!
I was raised on this treat. It was a main staple on our school cafeteria for life. Probably still is. We call em hollywood squares. I might have a cookbook put out by the school in the 80's. Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. Thanks for posting this old school treat. ❤
Every one has always made fun of me for having toast with butter, then peanut butter. They insist you don't need two butters on your toast. I don't need that butter hating energy. LOL LOL
I live in a very hot and humid climate, so they would have to remain in the fridge all the time. However, it’s difficult to find dessert recipes that require absolutely zero baking and still are scrumptious. Thanks so much!
These look so good! I also love that you keep any little accidents or mistakes in the video; it makes me feel like I can make things too, even if I mess up sometimes.
Wow, I never met anybody that likes what I like. When you mentioned you loved toast with butter and peanut butter, I jumped for joy because it is one of my favorites, but when I tell people about it, they look at me like I’m crazy.!
I used to bake a lot when my kids were younger. They complained I was making them gain weight. They’re grown now and came over when I made these. Now I have to make this TWICE a week! My kids want them for the week and my husband does too! They work out more just for this treat!! Thank you John, it cracks me up and I love it 😂😋
I made this yesterday for our New Year's dinner. And my family love it. I only used 1 cup of the powdered sugar and added a pinch of salt and i also used a dark chocolate for the topping.
Going through a very hard time in my life right now, your videos and calmness really soothe my thought of train. I have made over 7 of your recipes now, this peanut butter bar will be my 8th...I just wanted to say THANK YOU so much for being a fun kind soul in all your food videos :) Keep them coming!! PS- You should think of making a delicious home made lasagna with fresh home made Italian sauce :) My fav!! :)
Just watched this video and saw your comment... I pray that things are better for you I will be praying for your situation after I go offline which will be in 5mins. Blessings to you and your family. 🙏🙏🙏💚
Made these and they are in the fridge cooling. Glad to have another cookie to make that doesn't take heating up the kitchen in the 100 degree heat today! Thank you for sharing this recipe. I can't wait to eat them!
I have just made this using your recipe, in the UK, so I used digestive biscuits. However, I did not use additional sugar as you did in the recipe. As that would have been too sweet. There is sugar in the chocolate and in the biscuits. it was perfect, I can't imagine how sweet it would have been had I added the icing sugar (powdered sugar). We don't add sugar to our whipped cream either in the UK. Also, I used peanut butter from here without added sugar. The bars were lovely, but they didn't last long. thank you from the UK.
UPDATE: yes! Scoring the pb base worked! Allowed warm chocolate to fill the grooves and stay on. Makes an interesting pattern in the cut profile as well. ok, I made these and are they delicious! Only problem is that top layer popped off when cut into bars. Will try drawing grooves into PB to help choco "grab". Thanks. Rich and addicting.
Gluten-free graham crackers and chocolate chips sweetened with Stevia, plus Swerve icing sugar - almost keto!!! Thanks for this. I was looking for a treat that’s not too carbalicious!
I need to try this! I'm known for being a peanut butter addict😂! I already tried more than 10 of your recipes and they were all a huge success! Keep up the great work! Greetings from the Netherlands. PS: Thanks for mentioning our Dutch speculaas cookies ;)
Nova Scotian here, - Hello!! Thank you for this recipe, I cannot wait to make these! As a child, my mother would make me peanut butter toast complete with butter then she'd cut it in squares for me. I still eat it to this day and will sometimes cut it in squares when I'm feeling sentimental and missing my mom. :)
Oh my gosh that’s my favorite snack also! Throughout both of my pregnancies I had to have a piece of toast with both peanut butter and butter and a cup of tea every single afternoon. And that’s still my comfort food to this day. Sometimes I have it for breakfast. Sometimes it’s a dessert. Sometimes it’s a great lunch!
I just made these again and added a small red ball and two green leaves (both edible candy sprinkles) to one corner of each bar. They were a huge Christmas luncheon hit. 🎄❤️
By using natural peanut butter the sugar is greatly reduced. Vanilla needs to be added to the base. Also many crunchy things can be used instead of Graham cracker. Rice Krispies, Chex, Corn Flakes or even granola.
My mom used to make these, except we made thinner bars in a 9 X 13 pan and no Peanut butter in the chocolate topping. I think I need to try these again.. Thanks for the memories!
Looks delicious, definitely gonna try this. Also really love how you just mention the weight to every ingredient, makes it way easier than most recipes.
Great recipe! Here’s a few tips though. 1: instead of using the microwave, use a hot pot of water with a glass bowl in it to melt the chocolate and butter. 2: to give your chocolate a glossy texture add a few splashes of double cream. 3: when transferring your mixtures to your tray give them a little shake, this will even out your layers and make them perfectly flat. 4: I would also recommend you use a dark chocolate rather than a milk one since the peanut butter mix is very sweet. Love this channel, and this recipe is really delicious!!!
ONE THING I LOVE ABOUT THIS GUY.HE DOES NOT WAST WORDS OR MOVEMENTS.. FROM START TO FINISH, HE JUST MOVES RIGHT ALONG.. WHAT EVER HE MAKES IS JUST PERFECT. RIGHT OOOONNNNNNNNN!!!! 10-4 OAO!!!!!!! Y.YYYYYUUUUUUUMMM!!!!!!!.
John, can you do a tutorial on how to neatly cut parchment paper to fit the pans. I know the corners need cut, but I could use a bit more help. I want to be able to keep the sides smooth, so the food cools with smooth sides. Thank you.
Made these today. With the exception of adding a light sprinkling of flaky sea salt on the freshly poured chocolate layer, I followed the recipe exactly as written. These bars are amazing. The texture of the peanut butter base and the chocolate topping together are absolutely delicious.
I've been making these for decades. They are always a huge hit, and they taste exactly like Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. Pro Tip: If you're using just chocolate for the topping (rather than a mixture of chocolate and peanut butter), you will want to leave them in the fridge only long enough for the chocolate to be *just barely* set but not yet hard (~20-25min). If you chill completely before cutting them into squares, the chocolate will shatter and some pieces will become detached from the peanut butter layer. Doesn't affect the taste at all of course but it does look messy, so if presentation is important (e.g. giving as a gift, or for a party, etc.), then you'll want to make sure you cut before it gets hard.
Wonderful tip! Thank you! 😊
how long before the party should I make it?
@@zeeshawnali4078 I usually make it the same day, or back in my employee days when I would take it to work for "treat day" I'd make it the evening before. Leftovers (if there are any LOL) will keep in the fridge in an airtight container for a few days, but I'd say they're "optimal" (best flavour) when consumed within a couple of days.
Dear John, I have thoroughly enjoyed your recipes, but this one I learned just before the holidays. As I'm a live-in caregiver I had nurses coming in and out every day and I made these for them and let them know the recipe is from the Preppy Kitchen. Hope this got you new subscribers! Love your recipes!
I made this two weeks back and it turned out so good. Everyone loved it. I really enjoy your recipes. There’s a simplicity in them and in the way you explain each instruction. I have gotten better at baking, thanks to you 😊
I made these tonight and they are fantastic! I did use less sugar as I am very sensitive to the taste of it, especially powdered. 1 1/4 cups worked so well for me! A new summer favorite, I love keeping it in the fridge.
I made these and took them to my in-laws tonight. Everyone loved them! My mother-in-law even asked for the recipe. I don’t have graham crackers or biscoff cookies where I live but I was able to find a nice substitute. I loved the fact that this is a no-bake dessert and that I didn’t have to turn on my oven in this stupid hot summer.
What did you substitute for the graham crackers?
I saw that popeye4016's comment is really old but wanted to add this for the future. :) I live in a place where graham crackers are an expensive imported item and sub in butter cookies. They are mostly there for a little crunch and aren't the main flavor, so I typically get the generic version of Bahlsen butter cookies. Crunchy sugar cookies or British digestive biscuits would probably be good. In the US, I would also consider something like Nilla wafers (for the rest of the world: they're not wafers, just little vanilla cookies).
Peanut butter + chocolate = perfection
Definitely gonna try this amazing recipe tysm
Hope you enjoy!!!
+ deliciousness
@@PreppyKitchenLove your recipes... they turn out pretty good...would you help me with the quantity of butter in grams. It would be really helpful. Thank you 😃
John, I just made this and it is one of the best desserts ever! I had to substitute stevia for the powdered sugar because I'm type 2 diabetic, but other than that, exactly the same. Amazing and thank you so much for creating this!
Chris, do you substitute exact amount of substitute stevia for powdered sugar?
@@glendalagasse4632, it depends on the stevia type. There's a few different types and usually they say how much sugar equivalent they are.
There's a very finely powdered stevia which I find I need to use more of, but the granular types of stevia I usually use less than an equal amount in place of sugar.
You just answered a question I asked him. I was wondering if he'd ever made these using stevia
Loved toast with a mixture of butter, peanut butter and honey on top. So delicious warm. Thanks for that childhood memory
The beat peanut butter bars i've ever made and eaten
I love all your recipes but I love how you did the metric and American measurements! I love baking with the metric system.
Thank you for what you do! I know it’s your passion but sharing that passion helps me learn!
I agree, metric is more accurate and simple,difficult measuring a cup of cubed butter
Metric makes so much sense, I bought a metric tape measure too (Amazon)
This recipe is delicious. I prepared and took these to a party where all manner of fancy food was being served. They were everyone’s absolute favorite . Thanks for sharing your kitchen skills and your passion for preparing food with us. Costal Connecticut loves your peanut butter bars!
One of my childhood treat memories, my mom would combine the peanut butter, butter, AND honey. Incorporate that extra ingredient for some added sweetness. My ultimate favorite, sweet & salty crunch!!
I love making this delicious treat! I’ve made them at least 5 times since I have found the recipe. I added some marshmallow fluff into my peanut butter mixture along with vanilla and added a cup of Rice Krispies along with the graham crackers. I used 60% cocoa chips and finished with some flake salt on top. Sooooo delicious!
I don't know how he doesn't weigh 400lbs!!!! He's my go-to guy when I'm looking for something new to make ❤️
I have just made these and OH MY GOODNESS...They taste insanely good. Thank you for the recipe. I have been watching your creations during the current UK lockdown and they all are amazing.
You are so welcome! Happy baking!
what type of biscuits did you use? i’m british and we don’t have graham crackers here
@@ellarose5753 I find that digestive biscuits are the closest thing to graham crackers. It's what I use for cheesecake crust as well
I made these for my husband, once, about a year ago and he’s brought up how good they were more times than I can count. Making them for him again for Valentines Day on Monday. Thank you again for this recipe!
girl took you long enough
I made this with Brown butter and it turned out incredible, also used 63% dark chocolate for top layer, also topped the chocolate with peanut butter chips and flaky sea salt. 🤤🤤
i like the way u think
I just checked the pantry and lo and behold...I HAVE EVERYTHING TO MAKE THESE! I'm heading back into the kitchen right now to do this! Thank you again for another wonderful and simple recipe John! :D
Delicious! So simple. I really appreciate that you give measurements in grams and cups as I don't use a balance.
I’m so glad I found this channel. John is so wholesome and is such a great teacher! His voice is also so soothing and lovely!
My husband makes these for me when I'm craving something sweet! He does a variation with white chocolate that's really good, too. When he makes chocolate ones, he does a mix of milk and dark chocolates. It's to die for! 👌😎
Love toast with butter and peanut butter
Been making these for 13 years, used to make for people during the holidays, definitely one of my more favorite treats.
I feel like John is a guy literally anyone could just hang with, like a baking Mr. Rogers.
OMG, yes! 😂
These look soooo yummmmmy! Very easy recipe to veganize! Can’t wait to try! 🥰
Buttered toast with peanut butter on top this man knows what life is about 👌
And glass cold milk 😊
Thanks for the fantastic recipe. I've made them twice and they are absolutely delicious. I just used a little more than half of the sugar, it was still plenty sweet for us.
I always wondered what Clark Kent does
He looks nothing like Clark Kent.
Lol
Has that Tyler Hoechlin Clark vibe.
He also has a stimulus chanel called Stephen Gardner
Where you been man? He works for a newspaper outfit. Sheesh
I made these tonight and they are so good! I used my kitchen scale to measure ingredients. I will never use measuring cups again. So much less mess!! 😊
I really appreciate how you list things both in cups, tablespoons as well as grams. I'm a bit of a bipolar when it comes to that stuff and I'm often switching around between the two while I grab what's nearest so it really helps to have both listed.
Forget the exact measurements and go with your feeling.
Also the rest of the world uses the metric system. So it's basically just the US (and in parts the UK) which still stick to the imperial system including cups and all that stuff... 😉
Have you thought about Not using the name of a disease to describe your personality/ habits, etc.? It's a serious mistake when you use words to which you don't know the meaning /application. Best wishes :)
@@purplenightsky3139 That's why people should follow my advice and go with how they feel when making delicious foods.
@@purplenightsky3139 Thanks for commenting this, I agree as well.
We call these Hollywood Squares where I'm from(cuyahoga falls Ohio) they were the treat we would get at school and my grandma gave me a recipe that she got from a lunch lady in the 60's or 70's. This is the exact same recipe! I'm glad I can just send this video to people now instead of writing out the recipe lol! Thanks for this video. I'm gna go make some Hollywood Squares to bring to work tomorrow!
These look amazing. I’ve been really struggling after a very significant loss, but maybe I will be able to find the energy and motivation to make these. They’re nice and simple.
Give it a try 🙂
I hope things are getting better for you
I know I’m late but I hope things have gotten better… love you and wish the best
Thank you all for your kindness. I still haven't tried to make these, but I will at some point. Next time I'm up for baking!
@@xfallenxlostx3254 ofc!
Your snack is alright with me! My great grandmother used to make us homemade bread, toast it, and then add butter, peanut butter, AND honey! So good!
Why wasn’t I ever taught how to cut the parchment paper?! 🤩 I love butter and PB on my toast too. Thank you for this recipe! I’m making my husband these in a heart shaped pan for a Valentine’s Day treat. 🙂
I live that you give weights for all the ingredients. So much better than volume measures!
I'm a super huge fan of John. He's so wholesome and happy to watch
OMG....Peanut butter and chocolate is my fav combo. My Great Aunt made something very similar except she made a graham cracker crust with peanut butter layer and then the chocolate layer on top and she called it condy and cut into one inch cubes. I want to make this version and have a HUGE bar sized piece!!!
Baking, the way to heal a broken heart :)
I tried this myself and it really is as easy as he makes it look. However don't make the mistake i made, i didnt have choc chips so i used regular milk chocolate bars and i over heated them. it went beyond melting and started to cook. being too thick to possible spread i just mixed it in with the rest of it and it turned out really good still.
Also John, its an absolute joy watching you do your thing.
this is the earliest i’ve ever been to your vids:’) ive been watching for a while but today i just wanted to say thankyou! i’m in a very bad place but whenever i watch your videos they really cheer me up. your happiness really rubs off on people. love u x
Hey, I hope you feel better soon :)
thankyou:(
There's always tomorrow. Cheer up. We've all been there.
One day at a time......every step forward puts it farther behind you. ❤
Why do people never say ' trust in God and turn to him? It is God that removes people's problems but only if they believe in him and pray to him sincerely
I tried this and it's amazing. One thing I didn't expect would make that much difference is mixing that extra scoop of peanut butter through the chocolate. The tastes blend as seemlessly as the ingredients themselves do. I used speculaas for the cookies. The cinnamon goes extremely well with peanut and chocolate.
John: Cuts his parchment perfectly to size
Me: Stuffs a piece in the baking dish with reckless abandon
all my baking dishes have sloped sides so I just cry
i tried being careful cutting my parchment paper and still managed to screw it up.
I asked him to do a tutorial. Maybe y’all can request it too?
That’s what happened to me
I got sort of close, but still off! I turned the pan over, tucked the end of the paper under one side, then rolled the roll over the bottom of the pan and cut the sheet with a utility knife. Thats the closest ive ever gotten to it fitting nicely!
I'm going to have to try making these. They resemble almost perfectly a dessert my piano teacher used to make when hosting piano recitals, where her students could perform their best works in front of their families and the other students. Sadly, she lost her battle with cancer in 2020. She is greatly missed.
For anyone who has a peanut allergy or gluten intolerance:
I substituted the peanut butter with SunButter natural sunflower butter and the graham crackers with Annie's gluten free cocoa and vanilla bunny grahams. I followed the recipe the same way and they turned out delicious. I leave them in the fridge and they stay just the right consistency. :) Thank you, John, for the recipe!
My daughter uses WOWButter, she prefers the flavor, but thanks for the tip !
I made a batch of these and my sister said "It's so good, it should be illegal" Thank you for making this! It was easy to follow 💓
No one talking about this kitchen?
It's gorgeous and that stove.... damn!
Also he has a big enough counter to just slide a scale away and not worry about it falling off
You're talking about his kitchen and You're somebody! ;-)
That is at least a $35k stove and possibly closer to $40k. We're putting a single one in at the estate I manage and it's right at $27k.
I love this recipe. I topped them with a couple flecks of sea salt and it went OVER THE TOP!
Thank you, Mr. Kanell. I am a cooking enthusiast, not even an amateur really, coming across recipes and personalities that are pleasant to have running while I work during the day. I think I found you when I was looking into crust recipes - and eventually came across this peanut butter bar treats. I managed to put this together - initially weighing everything to get the idea - but I often eyeball it or start to feel the ingredients that suit me or who I'm making it for. This was a huge success, enjoyed by both kids and adults. BTW, I enjoyed a segment I found on you when you were on the Drew Barrymore show. It is so nice for me to see you and your lovely family. As an older member of the LGBTQ+ world, I certainly appreciate your role in others' lives whether you realize it or not. I come from a time where being part of this world was very dangerous - and somehow I survived (just barely). I spent several years working for The Trevor Project, giving back to my community in any way I can. People like you help people like me to just be ourselves. Thank you, thank you. Just being you will inspire anyone to be himself/herself/themselves. Plus we get delicious treats out of all your hard work! You are an excellent teacher and give us enthusiasts glimmers of hope when our treats turn out well!
My dad always used King Syrup molasses!! That stuff was like gold. He brought 2 different size bottles home. He had the big one n we got the smaller. We were not to touch his. Not really but daddy loved him some sweets. As a matter of fact, he'd always have sweets before dinner (supper) n again afterwards too..He loved bakery cheese cake!!
Your toast with butter and peanut butter made me think of one of my favorites: PB&J grilled like grilled cheese.
If you like that, you should try grilled pb & fluff :)
I've done that! Messy, but worth it.
How about a grilled cheese sandwich with peanut butter jelly?
I love that you weigh, or give weighted equivalents, the ingredients! Thank you for that!
Thank you SO much for all the recipes! My family has especially been enjoying the pizza dough! You've been a huge help. I appreciate you taking your time to explain as you work through your recipes. Looking forward to making these bars this weekend!
I have my granddaughter and we will be doing this tomorrow! Thank you so much I love your channel
This would be an AMAZING recipe for young children. So simple, so fun.
This is the second recipe I tried from Preppy Kitchen, You already know these are going to be amazing when your kid is licking the batter off the bowls. We both tasted the end result and this bar is WAY BETTER than any peanut butter cup you can buy in the store. Thank you John!
I can't believe I have lived this long and have never melted chocolate and peanut butter together, so delicious.
Looks so good. And pretty easy. I may try to make it with cinnamon, thin layer of chocolate on top and less sugar by alot. I'm thinking the cinnamon will help with the lack of sugar. Then cut them really small, freeze...... for a nice little occasional treat.
I got this recipe from a cooking class in high school over 30 years ago. So, so good. Kids love them, teens love them, adults love them. Great for a dessert potluck!
I was raised on this treat. It was a main staple on our school cafeteria for life. Probably still is. We call em hollywood squares. I might have a cookbook put out by the school in the 80's. Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.
Thanks for posting this old school treat. ❤
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1.8 Million people are fans.
His crinkle cookies are still the best cookies I've had
Hear hear!!! 🥰
100% me haha
what does it mean if a recipe is "bless"?
I made this, it's super easy and tasty. How would adding less sugar affect it? We like less sweet. Thank you for sharing.
Every one has always made fun of me for having toast with butter, then peanut butter. They insist you don't need two butters on your toast. I don't need that butter hating energy. LOL LOL
I do the same thing but with butter and Nutella on English muffins… SO GOOZd
One of the best snacks 🤍
I don't know anyone else but for me the origin story is from peanut butter 40 years ago used to so thick butter evened it out as a kid.
I live in a very hot and humid climate, so they would have to remain in the fridge all the time. However, it’s difficult to find dessert recipes that require absolutely zero baking and still are scrumptious. Thanks so much!
These look so good! I also love that you keep any little accidents or mistakes in the video; it makes me feel like I can make things too, even if I mess up sometimes.
Wow, I never met anybody that likes what I like. When you mentioned you loved toast with butter and peanut butter, I jumped for joy because it is one of my favorites, but when I tell people about it, they look at me like I’m crazy.!
I legit listen to John’s videos before bed like his voice is so relaxing and comforting
Pls visit my channel for easy recipes... Just a teen baker
@@cooktalks2434 sure I’ll check it out tonight ! Hope your channel becomes as successful as you want it to be 🙏🏻
@@taylorhalders1841 thank u ❤
Good idea😊😊😊
@@carmenpiccolo52293 years later and he’s still my bedtime routine !
I used to bake a lot when my kids were younger. They complained I was making them gain weight. They’re grown now and came over when I made these. Now I have to make this TWICE a week! My kids want them for the week and my husband does too! They work out more just for this treat!! Thank you John, it cracks me up and I love it 😂😋
Real food!! The best one ❤ thank you for your work
I made this yesterday for our New Year's dinner. And my family love it.
I only used 1 cup of the powdered sugar and added a pinch of salt and i also used a dark chocolate for the topping.
Can't wait to attempt this. Also? I am _hugely_ jealous of the absolutely insane amount of counter space you have.
Looking forward to making these! Can I substitute rice cereal if I don’t have graham crackers? Thanks!
Going through a very hard time in my life right now, your videos and calmness really soothe my thought of train. I have made over 7 of your recipes now, this peanut butter bar will be my 8th...I just wanted to say THANK YOU so much for being a fun kind soul in all your food videos :) Keep them coming!!
PS- You should think of making a delicious home made lasagna with fresh home made Italian sauce :) My fav!! :)
Just watched this video and saw your comment... I pray that things are better for you I will be praying for your situation after I go offline which will be in 5mins. Blessings to you and your family. 🙏🙏🙏💚
i hope you made it through! 💪🏻💕
just keep thinking about trains and you'll be okay
Made these and they are in the fridge cooling. Glad to have another cookie to make that doesn't take heating up the kitchen in the 100 degree heat today! Thank you for sharing this recipe. I can't wait to eat them!
Instead of mixing the crumbs with the filling can I do like a pie and place the crumbs on the bottom???
Oh... I like your idea. I would probably do both & see how it would turn out
I have just made this using your recipe, in the UK, so I used digestive biscuits. However, I did not use additional sugar as you did in the recipe. As that would have been too sweet. There is sugar in the chocolate and in the biscuits. it was perfect, I can't imagine how sweet it would have been had I added the icing sugar (powdered sugar). We don't add sugar to our whipped cream either in the UK. Also, I used peanut butter from here without added sugar. The bars were lovely, but they didn't last long. thank you from the UK.
UPDATE: yes! Scoring the pb base worked! Allowed warm chocolate to fill the grooves and stay on. Makes an interesting pattern in the cut profile as well.
ok, I made these and are they delicious! Only problem is that top layer popped off when cut into bars. Will try drawing grooves into PB to help choco "grab". Thanks. Rich and addicting.
Gluten-free graham crackers and chocolate chips sweetened with Stevia, plus Swerve icing sugar - almost keto!!!
Thanks for this. I was looking for a treat that’s not too carbalicious!
I need to try this! I'm known for being a peanut butter addict😂! I already tried more than 10 of your recipes and they were all a huge success! Keep up the great work! Greetings from the Netherlands.
PS: Thanks for mentioning our Dutch speculaas cookies ;)
OMG! You and Preppy Kitchen are my favorite TH-camrs!! It would be amazing to hear your glorious music in Preppy's kitchen!
But the graham cracker crumbs...save yourself a mess.
Nova Scotian here, - Hello!! Thank you for this recipe, I cannot wait to make these!
As a child, my mother would make me peanut butter toast complete with butter then she'd cut it in squares for me. I still eat it to this day and will sometimes cut it in squares when I'm feeling sentimental and missing my mom. :)
I came here to make peanut butter bars, instead I learned how to cut parchment paper
Oh my gosh that’s my favorite snack also! Throughout both of my pregnancies I had to have a piece of toast with both peanut butter and butter and a cup of tea every single afternoon. And that’s still my comfort food to this day. Sometimes I have it for breakfast. Sometimes it’s a dessert. Sometimes it’s a great lunch!
i could watch him all day....
I love the way your so real
I just made these again and added a small red ball and two green leaves (both edible candy sprinkles) to one corner of each bar. They were a huge Christmas luncheon hit. 🎄❤️
We used to get these in public school back in the 70s and 80s with our lunches sometimes. Loved 'em!
By using natural peanut butter the sugar is greatly reduced. Vanilla needs to be added to the base. Also many crunchy things can be used instead of Graham cracker. Rice Krispies, Chex, Corn Flakes or even granola.
My mom used to make these, except we made thinner bars in a 9 X 13 pan and no Peanut butter in the chocolate topping. I think I need to try these again.. Thanks for the memories!
When crumbing cookies, I put them in a sandwich bag first to reduce the mess and waste.
Looks delicious, definitely gonna try this.
Also really love how you just mention the weight to every ingredient, makes it way easier than most recipes.
Great recipe!
Here’s a few tips though.
1: instead of using the microwave, use a hot pot of water with a glass bowl in it to melt the chocolate and butter.
2: to give your chocolate a glossy texture add a few splashes of double cream.
3: when transferring your mixtures to your tray give them a little shake, this will even out your layers and make them perfectly flat.
4: I would also recommend you use a dark chocolate rather than a milk one since the peanut butter mix is very sweet.
Love this channel, and this recipe is really delicious!!!
double cream is not available in stores in the US
@@kaytos4497 use a tablespoon of milk maybe
Me and my fiancé love your recipes. Bless you
That is a gorgeous stove/range. Holy moley.
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Classic. Iconic. Peanutbuttery Goodness. YES.
I made these!! They were super easy. Friends and family really enjoyed them. Had to make it 3 times for Easter!!
Oh my gosh!! Heading to the kitchen now to make these for the “kids’” after school snack. 😉
Hope you enjoy!!! 😂
I make these but I add chocolate chips in the base
Good mother 👍🏻
@@ZomboCed I’m sure it is. Too much pb for me though
@@jessdavies2213 it's impossible to have too much peanut butter
John, can you do a tutorial on how to neatly cut parchment paper to fit the pans. I know the corners need cut, but I could use a bit more help. I want to be able to keep the sides smooth, so the food cools with smooth sides. Thank you.
Peanut butter and chocolate combo is the TRUE 8th wonder of the world
Ummm.peanut butter. My favorite. Definitely will tru this.