Description
Hearty old-fashioned Amish church spread brings together simple ingredients from Pennsylvania Dutch kitchens. Family gatherings and potlucks will sparkle with this creamy, savory blend that connects you to rural culinary traditions.
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.
- Transfer the cooled mixture into an airtight refrigeration-safe container, sealing completely to maintain freshness.
- 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, Snacks
- 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