Description
A delightful blend of creamy peanut butter and buttery caramel served in mini treats, evoking sweet memories and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
- 1 cup caramel (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup mini cookies or graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Optional toppings: crushed peanuts, chocolate chips, sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Mini Crust: Crush the cookies or graham crackers and mix with melted butter to form a crust. Press into mini serving basins.
- Make the Peanut Butter Mixture: Combine peanut butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt in a large bowl. Optionally, mix in powdered sugar for sweetness.
- Prepare the Caramel: Heat sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until it melts into a golden color. Add butter and cream, and let cool slightly.
- Assemble the Minis: Spoon the peanut butter mixture over the crust, drizzle with caramel, and add optional toppings.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
- Serve: Cut into bite-sized pieces and serve or enjoy directly from their containers.
Notes
Ensure caramel is the right color for optimal flavor. Be patient while melting sugar to avoid burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: peanut butter, caramel, dessert, minis, family recipe, sweet treats