Sunnys Easy Pbj Swirl Bars Food

PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY BARS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
• Grease a 9 by 13 by 2-inch cake pan. Line it with parchment paper, then grease and flour the pan.
• In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugar on medium speed until light yellow, about 2 minutes. With the mixer on low speed, add the vanilla, eggs, and peanut butter and mix until all ingredients are combined.
• In a small bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. With the mixer on low speed, slowly add the flour mixture to the peanut butter mixture. Mix just until combined.
• Spread 2/3 of the dough into the prepared cake pan and spread over the bottom with a knife or offset spatula. Spread the jam evenly over the dough. Drop small globs of the remaining dough evenly over the jam. Don't worry if all the jam isn't covered; it will spread in the oven. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts and bake for 45 minutes, until golden brown. Cool and cut into squares.

SUNNY'S SPICY PB&J WINGS

Steps:

• For the wings: Place the wings on a baking sheet and season both sides with salt and pepper.
• Pour the flour in a paper bag or large bowl and toss the wings in the flour in batches, then place on a wire rack set inside a baking sheet or on the counter. Let rest to come to room temperature, at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours.
• For the sauce: In a small pot over medium heat, combine the peanut butter, jelly, coconut cream, soy sauce and sriracha. Slowly whisk in the hot water to loosen the mixture. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then whisk as it thickens, about 5 minutes. Taste and season with a pinch of salt, if needed, and a few grinds of black pepper.
• Fry the wings: In a Dutch oven, large pot or fryer, pour enough oil to deep-fry the wings, about 6 inches. Heat the oil to 360 degrees F. When you add your wings, the temperature will settle at 350 degrees F. Try to keep it there by adjusting the heat.
• Fry the wings in batches until golden brown, 12 to 14 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
• Sauce and garnish the wings: Place some of the sauce in a large bowl and toss the wings in batches, adding more sauce to thoroughly coat. Place the wings on a serving tray and sprinkle with the chopped peanuts. Serve warm.

SUNNY'S PANTRY BARS

Steps:

• Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.
• Using 1 tablespoon butter, grease the bottom and sides of an 8 by 8-inch baking pan.
• To make the topping: In a small bowl, mash together the peanuts, flour, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Using your fingertips, mix in the butter. Set aside.
• To make the bars: In a stand mixer, blend the butter, peanut butter, and brown sugar until light and creamy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt in order, scraping down the sides as needed. Slowly blend in the flour then fold in the chocolate chips and shredded coconut. Press into the bottom of the prepared dish, then spread the jelly over the entire dish.
• Sprinkle the reserved peanut topping over the top and bake until the edges and topping are golden brown, about 30 to 35 minutes. Allow it to cool before slicing.