No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Squares

Ever since my kitchen was out of commission for a few months last year I've been particularly interested in easy, no-bake recipes.  If the "big one" ever hits and I can't use my oven at least I can make these delicious treats.   Can you tell where my priorities lie...lol?

I asked a co-worker for some baking recommendations and they had fond memories of these No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Squares.  Chocolate - Peanut Butter - no-bake AND I've never made them before?  Ding, ding, ding...I sense a winner!  If you're like me and love the combo of chocolate and peanut butter these squares are right up your alley.    

Caramel-Peanut Corn

Here's a recipe for caramel-peanut corn I was planning on making during the holidays, to give away as gifts, but unfortunately never got around to.  After making what seemed like tons of cashew toffee the thought of dealing with another pot of bubbling, boiling molten sugar didn't seem so appealing.

But the Super Bowl is tomorrow, which also happens to be my nephew's third birthday, and my brother is hosting a party for his beloved NY Giants.  Me, I'm no football fan, so munching on this caramel corn will keep me occupied while the game is on. 

The recipe is from epicurious.com but I first saw it on Alexis Stewart's blog.  I had a few challenges with getting the caramel to evenly coat the popcorn and peanuts before it started to harden.   Guess I'll just have to worker quicker next time. 

Peanut Butter Cookies

Peanut butter was one of my favorite foods as a kid and I still love it today as an adult.  There's nothing better for breakfast than some creamy peanut butter smeared on a warm, toasted English muffin.  It's one of my favorite ways to start the day.     

Although chocolate chip is probably the most popular cookie in America, for me it takes a backseat to peanut butter.  This Cook's Illustrated recipe makes the moistest and peanut-iest cookies that I've ever tasted.   It's got a double dose of peanuts from extra chunky peanut butter as well as dry roasted salted peanuts.   Try these...you won't regret it!