Description
Amish church spread keeps things simple and satisfying, blending pantry staples into a creamy dip or spread. It’s a traditional favorite for potlucks and family gatherings, with flavors rooted in Pennsylvania Dutch kitchens.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1/2 cup marshmallow creme
- 2 tbsps light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup distilled water
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp maple extract (optional)
Instructions
- Combine brown sugar, distilled water, and unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring continuously to prevent ingredient adhesion.
- When the mixture reaches a rolling boil, introduce light corn syrup and reduce heat to low, simmering for 1-2 minutes before removing from heat source.
- Gradually fold smooth peanut butter and marshmallow creme into the hot liquid, blending until achieving a uniform consistency.
- Enhance the mixture’s flavor profile by stirring in pure vanilla extract and optional maple extract until thoroughly integrated.
- Allow the spread to cool naturally to room temperature, ensuring no residual heat remains.
- Place the cooled mixture in an airtight container and refrigerate.
- When ready to serve, spread generously over biscuits, English muffins, or toast, and refrigerate any remaining portion for future consumption.
Notes
- Swap corn syrup with honey for a natural sweetness boost that adds complexity to the spread.
- Use creamy or crunchy peanut butter based on personal texture preference, allowing versatility in the recipe.
- Experiment with different extracts like almond or coconut to create unique flavor variations that surprise taste buds.
- Reduce sugar content by using half the recommended brown sugar for a lighter, less sweet version suitable for health-conscious individuals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 137 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 37 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 3 mg