These peanut butter recipes prove why this classic favorite never goes out of style. From rich desserts to wholesome snacks and creamy blends, each one is full of nutty goodness and simple satisfaction. Easy to make and impossible to resist.

Three Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies

Three Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

With just peanut butter, sugar, and an egg, these cookies prove that simple can be spectacular. They’re naturally gluten- and dairy-free, with a rich, nutty flavor that shines through in every bite. Quick to make and even quicker to disappear, they’re perfect for busy days.
Get the Recipe: Three Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies

Peanut Butter Pound Cake

Peanut Butter Pound Cake. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This Peanut Butter Pound Cake is rich, moist, and full of nutty flavor. It’s perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or simply as a treat with your afternoon coffee. Every slice delivers comforting sweetness and a soft, buttery crumb that’s hard to resist.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Pound Cake

Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies

Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

These cookies bring together the irresistible duo of chocolate and peanut butter. Soft, chewy, and packed with peanut butter chips, they deliver just the right balance of sweetness and richness. Perfect for sharing or enjoying straight from the cooling rack, they never disappoint.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies

Peanut Butter Pie with Chocolate Ganache

Peanut Butter Pie with Chocolate Ganache. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This indulgent peanut butter pie layers smooth peanut butter filling over a chocolate crust, topped with silky ganache. It’s creamy, rich, and perfectly balanced between sweet and salty. Every slice feels luxurious but is surprisingly easy to make.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Pie with Chocolate Ganache

Easy Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups

Easy Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

These homemade vegan peanut butter cups deliver all the creamy, chocolatey goodness you love—without the dairy. Made with simple ingredients, they’re rich, satisfying, and freezer-friendly. A perfect guilt-free indulgence for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Easy Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups

Peanut Butter Pecan Cookies Recipe: With Oatmeal

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Peanut Butter Pecan Cookies Recipe: With Oatmeal. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

These cookies combine creamy peanut butter, crunchy pecans, and hearty oats for the ultimate texture. They’re sweet, nutty, and easy to whip up with pantry staples. Perfect with a glass of milk or packed in lunch boxes.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Pecan Cookies Recipe: With Oatmeal

15 Minute Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cream Pie

A slice of pie with chocolate drizzle and whipped cream is presented on a white plate with a fork.
15 Minute Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cream Pie. Photo credit: Not Entirely Average.

This no-bake pie comes together in just 15 minutes and tastes like it took hours. Creamy peanut butter filling meets a smooth chocolate topping for instant dessert satisfaction. It’s a lifesaver for last-minute entertaining or weeknight cravings.
Get the Recipe: 15 Minute Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cream Pie

Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls

A bowl of chocolate-covered peanut butter balls with one cut in half.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

These 4-ingredient chocolate peanut butter balls are a classic crowd-pleaser. They’re rich, smooth, and coated in luscious chocolate for a bite-sized treat that’s perfect year-round. Keep a batch in the fridge for quick, sweet pick-me-ups.
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Chocolate Chip Banana Peanut Butter Muffins

Chocolate chip banana peanut butter muffins on a cooling rack.
Chocolate Chip Banana Peanut Butter Muffins. Photo credit: Thriving In Parenting.

These muffins combine ripe bananas, creamy peanut butter, and melty chocolate chips for the ultimate comfort bake. They’re moist, flavorful, and great for breakfast or snacks. Each bite offers sweetness, nuttiness, and just the right amount of chocolate.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Banana Peanut Butter Muffins

Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars

Stacked chocolate peanut butter crunch bars.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

These homemade bars are a no-bake dream come true. Crispy, chocolatey, and peanut buttery, they hit every sweet-tooth craving. They’re simple to make, store well, and are as satisfying as any store-bought treat.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars

Coffee Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie With Dates

Creamy and energizing smoothie with coffee, banana, peanut butter, and dates in a glass.
Coffee Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie With Dates. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

This smoothie blends the richness of peanut butter with the sweetness of banana and dates for an energizing drink. A hint of coffee adds a bold flavor and morning boost. It’s creamy, nourishing, and perfect for busy mornings or post-workout fuel.
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Peanut Butter Bars

A cooling rack with slices of bread and a bowl of caramel sauce.
Peanut Butter Bars. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

These low-carb, gluten-free peanut butter bars are chewy, thick, and full of nutty goodness. They make the perfect high-protein snack or dessert that satisfies without the sugar crash. Quick, wholesome, and deliciously simple.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Bars

Reese’s Peanut Butter Pie

A slice of Reese's pie sits on a cake slice, ready to be served.
Reese’s Peanut Butter Pie. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Inspired by the classic candy, this pie layers chocolate and peanut butter in creamy perfection. With a crunchy crust and smooth filling, it’s both nostalgic and indulgent. Ideal for parties or anytime you crave something over-the-top delicious.
Get the Recipe: Reese’s Peanut Butter Pie

Peanut Butter and Jelly Rolls

A slice of glazed peanut butter and jelly roll with a cherry on top sits on a white plate next to a fork, on a floral tablecloth.
Peanut Butter and Jelly Rolls. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

These sweet rolls take the childhood combo of peanut butter and jelly to a new level. Soft, fluffy dough wraps around creamy peanut butter and fruity jam for a playful twist on breakfast or dessert. They’re fun, comforting, and irresistibly sticky.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter and Jelly Rolls

Ninja CREAMi Peanut Butter Ice Cream

Ninja Creami Peanut Butter Ice Cream in a glass jar with an ice cream scooper.
Ninja CREAMi Peanut Butter Ice Cream. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This creamy homemade peanut butter ice cream is rich, smooth, and irresistibly nutty. The Ninja CREAMi turns simple ingredients into a luscious frozen dessert that rivals any scoop shop. Add extra peanut butter for crunch and texture.
Get the Recipe: Ninja CREAMi Peanut Butter Ice Cream

Peanut Butter Cookies and Cream Bars

A person holding up a piece of Peanut Butter Cookies and Cream Bars.
Peanut Butter Cookies and Cream Bars. Photo credit: .

These bars combine crunchy cookies, peanut butter chips, and a gooey center for the ultimate sweet indulgence. They bake up golden, chewy, and packed with flavor. A must-try for dessert lovers who enjoy layers of texture.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Cookies and Cream Bars

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