13 Peanut Butter Desserts So Good You Will Want to Lick the Spoon

Are you a peanut butter person? If so, you are in very good company. Peanut butter and chocolate might be the most loved flavor pair of all time, and it shows up at every bake sale, cookie swap and holiday party. These peanut butter desserts are easy, budget friendly and mostly made with pantry staples. Some do not even need an oven. For more bake sale favorites, see our brownies and dessert bars. Grab a jar and a spoon..

Peanut Butter Blossoms, Classic Peanut Butter Desserts

Peanut butter blossoms are a Christmas cookie tray must. Soft peanut butter cookies are rolled in sugar and pressed with a chocolate candy right out of the oven. The chocolate softens just enough to stick. They have been a favorite since the 1950s and are still one of the most loved peanut butter desserts. Kids love pressing in the chocolates.

You will need: 1/2 cup soft butter, 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 egg, 1 tsp vanilla, 1 1/2 cups flour, 1 tsp baking soda, 1/4 tsp salt, extra sugar for rolling, 36 chocolate candies unwrapped.

How to make it: Beat the butter, peanut butter and sugars. Add the egg and vanilla. Mix in the flour, baking soda and salt. Roll into 1 inch balls and roll in sugar. Bake at 375F for 8 to 10 minutes. Press a chocolate into the center of each cookie right away. Cool completely so the chocolate sets.

Classic Peanut Butter Cookies

The classic peanut butter cookie with the crisscross fork marks is a true American icon. They are soft in the middle, a little crisp at the edges and full of nutty flavor. The fork marks are not just pretty. They flatten the dense dough so it bakes evenly. Quick poll: crunchy or creamy peanut butter? A) Creamy B) Crunchy C) Either D) Natural only. These are the classic peanut butter desserts every baker should know.

You will need: 1/2 cup soft butter, 1 cup peanut butter, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 egg, 1 tsp vanilla, 1 1/2 cups flour, 3/4 tsp baking soda, 1/4 tsp salt.

How to make it: Cream the butter, peanut butter and sugars. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Mix in the flour, baking soda and salt. Roll into balls, place on a lined sheet and press a crisscross with a fork. Bake at 350F for 10 to 12 minutes. Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes.

Buckeyes, No Bake Peanut Butter Desserts From Ohio

Buckeyes are peanut butter balls dipped in chocolate, leaving a little circle of peanut butter showing on top. They look like the nut of the buckeye tree, the state tree of Ohio. They are no bake and perfect for Christmas candy trays. Every Ohio family seems to have a recipe. Have you ever made them?

You will need: 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter, 1/2 cup soft butter, 1 tsp vanilla, 3 to 4 cups powdered sugar, 12 oz semisweet chocolate, 1 tbsp coconut oil.

How to make it: Beat the peanut butter, butter and vanilla. Add powdered sugar until the dough holds its shape. Roll into 1 inch balls and chill 30 minutes. Melt the chocolate with the oil. Use a toothpick to dip each ball, leaving a circle on top uncovered. Set on parchment and chill until firm.

No Bake Cookie Dough Bites

Who does not sneak a spoon of cookie dough? These no bake bites are safe to eat raw because they use heat treated flour and no eggs. They are rolled into little balls and studded with mini chocolate chips. Keep a container in the fridge for a quick sweet bite with your afternoon coffee.

You will need: 1/2 cup peanut butter, 1/4 cup soft butter, 1/3 cup brown sugar, 1 tsp vanilla, 1 cup heat treated flour (microwave 1 minute and cool), pinch of salt, 1 to 2 tbsp milk, 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips.

How to make it: Beat the peanut butter, butter, brown sugar and vanilla. Mix in the cooled flour and salt. Add milk until it forms a soft dough. Stir in the chips. Roll into small balls and chill for 30 minutes. Store in the fridge for up to a week.

Fudgy Swirl Brownies

Fudgy chocolate brownies with ribbons of peanut butter swirled through the top. They taste like a peanut butter cup in brownie form. The salty peanut butter balances the rich chocolate perfectly. A boxed brownie mix works here too if you need a shortcut. Corner piece or middle piece, which do you go for? They might be the most popular peanut butter desserts at bake sales.

You will need: 1/2 cup butter, 4 oz dark chocolate, 1 cup sugar, 2 eggs, 1 tsp vanilla, 1/2 cup flour, 1/4 cup cocoa, pinch of salt, 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter warmed.

How to make it: Melt the butter and chocolate. Whisk in the sugar, eggs and vanilla. Fold in the flour, cocoa and salt. Spread in a lined 8 inch pan. Drop spoons of warm peanut butter on top and swirl with a knife. Bake at 350F for 25 to 28 minutes. Cool before cutting.

Two Ingredient Fudge, the Easiest Peanut Butter Desserts

This fudge is almost too easy. Melt peanut butter chips with sweetened condensed milk, pour into a pan and chill. That is it. The result is smooth, creamy fudge that tastes like it took hours. It is perfect for holiday gift tins. Add a chocolate layer on top if you want to make it extra special.

You will need: 2 cups peanut butter chips, 1 can sweetened condensed milk, optional 1/2 cup chopped peanuts, pinch of flaky salt.

How to make it: Line an 8 inch pan with parchment. Melt the chips and condensed milk together over low heat or in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Stir in the peanuts if using. Spread in the pan and sprinkle with flaky salt. Chill for 2 hours, then cut into small squares.

Homemade Cups, the Most Famous Peanut Butter Desserts

Homemade peanut butter cups taste better than store bought and are fun to make in a mini muffin tin. A creamy, slightly salty peanut butter center sits between two layers of chocolate. Use dark, milk or a mix. They make a sweet Halloween or Christmas treat. Which chocolate would you use: A) Milk B) Dark C) White D) A mix?

You will need: 12 oz chocolate, 1 tbsp coconut oil, 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, 1 tbsp soft butter, pinch of salt, mini cupcake liners.

How to make it: Melt the chocolate with the oil. Spoon a little into each liner and chill 10 minutes. Mix the peanut butter, powdered sugar, butter and salt. Place a small disc of filling in each cup. Cover with more chocolate. Chill until set, about 30 minutes.

No Bake Peanut Butter Pie

This creamy pie is like a cool, fluffy peanut butter mousse in a chocolate cookie crust. There is no oven involved, which is a real gift during busy holiday weeks. Top it with whipped cream, chopped peanut butter cups and a chocolate drizzle. It is one of the most requested peanut butter desserts at potlucks.

You will need: 1 chocolate cookie crust, 8 oz cream cheese, 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter, 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 tsp vanilla, 1 1/2 cups heavy cream whipped, chocolate sauce and chopped peanuts to top.

How to make it: Beat the cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Fold in the whipped cream. Spread into the crust. Chill for at least 4 hours. Before serving, top with whipped cream, chocolate sauce and chopped peanuts.

No Churn Ice Cream With a Nutty Twist

This no churn peanut butter ice cream is rich, creamy and needs no machine. Whipped cream and sweetened condensed milk make it smooth and scoopable. Swirl in chocolate sauce or chopped peanut butter cups for extra fun. Serve it in a cone or on top of a warm brownie. Ice cream in winter, yes or no? Frozen peanut butter desserts like this are great to make ahead.

You will need: 2 cups heavy cream, 1 can sweetened condensed milk, 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter, 1 tsp vanilla, pinch of salt, optional chocolate sauce.

How to make it: Whisk the condensed milk, peanut butter, vanilla and salt until smooth. Whip the cream to stiff peaks and fold it in. Pour into a loaf pan, swirl in chocolate sauce if using, and freeze for 6 hours or overnight.

Thick Banana Milkshake

This thick milkshake tastes like dessert in a jar. Peanut butter, frozen banana and vanilla ice cream blend into something creamy and satisfying. Peanut butter adds some protein, but this is still a treat. Add a spoon of cocoa for a chocolate version. It is a fun way to use bananas that are getting too ripe.

You will need: 1 cup vanilla ice cream, 1 frozen banana, 2 tbsp peanut butter, 1/2 cup milk, optional 1 tbsp cocoa, whipped cream to top.

How to make it: Add everything to a blender and blend until thick and smooth. Add a little more milk if it is too thick. Pour into a glass or jar, top with whipped cream and a drizzle of peanut butter. Serve with a straw and a spoon.

No Bake Bars, Peanut Butter Desserts for a Crowd

These bars taste just like the famous candy cup, only in a big tray for a crowd. A sweet peanut butter and graham cracker base is topped with a layer of chocolate. No oven, five ingredients, and they disappear in minutes at a party. Cut them small because they are rich. Could you stop at one piece?

You will need: 1 cup melted butter, 1 cup peanut butter, 2 cups powdered sugar, 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips, 2 tbsp peanut butter for the topping.

How to make it: Mix the butter, peanut butter, powdered sugar and graham crumbs. Press into a lined 9×13 pan. Melt the chocolate chips with 2 tbsp peanut butter and spread on top. Chill for 1 hour until firm. Let it sit 5 minutes before cutting into squares.

Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie Mashup

When you cannot decide between a peanut butter cookie and a chocolate chip cookie, make both in one. These are soft, chewy and loaded with chocolate chips. A sprinkle of flaky salt on top makes the flavors pop. They are a great cookie for packing in lunchboxes or a holiday cookie swap. They are easy peanut butter desserts for beginners.

You will need: 1/2 cup soft butter, 3/4 cup peanut butter, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 egg, 1 tsp vanilla, 1 1/4 cups flour, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/4 tsp salt, 1 cup chocolate chips, flaky salt.

How to make it: Cream the butter, peanut butter and sugars. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Mix in the flour, baking soda and salt, then the chocolate chips. Scoop onto lined sheets. Bake at 350F for 10 to 11 minutes. Sprinkle with flaky salt while warm.

Peanut Butter Layer Cake

This tall layer cake is perfect for birthdays and big celebrations. Soft peanut butter cake layers are stacked with fluffy peanut butter frosting and finished with a chocolate drip. It is a dream for peanut butter fans. Quick poll: what is on top of your perfect birthday cake? A) Sprinkles B) Chocolate drip C) Candy D) Just frosting.

You will need: Cake: 3/4 cup butter, 1/2 cup peanut butter, 1 1/2 cups sugar, 3 eggs, 2 1/2 cups flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 1/4 cups milk. Frosting: 1 cup butter, 1 cup peanut butter, 4 cups powdered sugar, 1/4 cup cream.

How to make it: Beat the butter, peanut butter and sugar, then the eggs. Add the dry ingredients alternately with the milk. Bake in three 8 inch pans at 350F for 25 minutes. Cool. Beat the frosting until fluffy. Stack and frost the cake and add a chocolate drip if you like.