Chocolate Peanut Butter Stacks
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Setting Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Servings
24
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Calories
173 kcal
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Cuisine
American
Chocolate Peanut Butter Stacks
Description
Chocolate Peanut Butter Stacks consist of buttery round crackers layered with a creamy spread made from peanut butter and marshmallow creme. The stacks are assembled like sandwiches and then dipped in melted chocolate, which hardens after chilling. This method results in a crunchy exterior complemented by a sweet, smooth filling. The balance between the salty crackers and the sweet peanut butter and marshmallow filling delivers a distinctive flavor profile. Chilling the stacks ensures the chocolate coating firms up, creating a neat, easy-to-handle treat.
The recipe involves no baking and relies on chilling to set the chocolate, making it accessible for various occasions and times of year. The optional sprinkles allow for customization depending on the celebration or personal preference. Making these ahead and storing in the fridge or freezer keeps them fresh and ready to serve.
These stacks suit casual snacking or dessert trays, and they provide a nostalgic combination of flavors familiar to many. Preparing them in batches makes sharing or gifting straightforward.
Ingredients
- 48 Ritz crackers or buttery golden round crackers
- ½ cup peanut butter creamy
- ½ cup marshmallow creme
- 1 pound chocolate coarsely chopped and melted for dipping (see notes in blog post for chocolate recommendations)
- holiday sprinkles optional but recommended
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper.
- Lay 24 crackers on a baking sheet; set aside.
- To a medium bowl, add the peanut butter, marshmallow creme, and stir to combine.
- Evenly spread a thin (not paper thin, but not too thick either) layer of the peanut butter-marshmallow mixture on the 24 crackers on the baking sheet.
- Top with the remaining 24 crackers, creating sandwiches; set aside.
- To a medium microwave-safe bowl, add the chopped chocolate and heat on high power in 15 to 30 second bursts, stirring after each burst, until chocolate can be stirred smooth.
- Dip each stack into the chocolate using one or two forks, allowing the excess to drip off. Place dipped stacks on baking sheet.
- Optionally add sprinkles, to taste.
- Place baking sheet in the fridge or freezer until chocolate has hardened before serving.
Notes
- Store the stacks airtight in the refrigerator to keep them firm and prevent softening from warmth.
- They can also be kept at room temperature for up to two weeks or frozen for extended storage up to four months.
- Use good quality chocolate suited for melting to achieve a smooth coating.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 173 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 173kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 102mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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