Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Roll Candy
Indulge in the nostalgic charm of Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Roll Candy, a no-cook, homemade treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. This classic Southern confection combines just a handful of pantry staples—like creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract—into a whimsical rolled candy that's reminiscent of your grandmother's kitchen. The smooth, tender dough is rolled into a delicate sheet and generously spread with rich, nutty peanut butter before being tightly rolled into a log, chilled, and sliced into perfectly swirled bites. With just 30 minutes of prep and no oven required, this delightful recipe is ideal for holiday platters, nostalgic dessert tables, or a sweet DIY gift. Sweet, creamy, and full of old-fashioned flavor, it’s a candy recipe that will keep everyone coming back for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups Peanut butter
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the powdered sugar and unsalted butter using your hands or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the milk and vanilla extract to the powdered sugar mixture, and knead it gently until it forms a smooth, pliable dough. If the dough is too dry, add an extra teaspoon of milk at a time until the texture is workable.
Place the dough on a clean surface lightly dusted with powdered sugar or parchment paper. Using a rolling pin, roll it out into a rectangular sheet, about 1/4 inch thick.
Spread the peanut butter evenly over the entire surface of the dough, leaving a small border (about 1/2 inch) around the edges.
Starting with one long edge of the rectangle, tightly roll the dough into a log, similar to how you would roll a jelly roll or cinnamon roll. Make sure the roll is even and tight to prevent gaps.
Wrap the log in wax paper or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up, making it easier to slice.
Once chilled, use a sharp knife to cut the log into 1/2-inch thick slices. Arrange the candy slices on a serving plate.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4395 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 222.0 g | 285% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.9 g | 270% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 48.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 65 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 91 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 566.6 g | 206% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 511.7 g | ||
| Protein | 86.4 g | 173% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 236 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2213 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
