Chewy Peanut Butter Strips

This recipe was converted for home use from one the cafeteria ladies at school gave me many years ago. It is a favorite because it is delicious and easy to make.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 360 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups white sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup peanut butter
• ½ cup butter
• 2 tablespoons milk
• ¼ cup butter
• 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 eggs
• 4 cups confectioners' sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ¾ cup peanut butter
• ¼ cup dry milk powder
• ⅞ cup water

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, cream together the 1/2 cup butter or margarine, 1 cup peanut butter, and sugar. Beat in the eggs. Stir in the water and vanilla.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and dry milk. Mix in peanut butter mixture. Pour batter into a greased and floured 10 x 15 inch jelly roll pan

Step 3

Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cool.

Step 4

To Make Frosting: Cream together 1/4 cup butter or margarine and 3/4 cup peanut butter. Beat in confectioners' sugar. Milk may be added to thin the icing, if needed. Frost the cake. Cut into strips to serve.