Peanut Brindle

Makes 12 to 14 pieces

5 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup peanuts, chopped
1/4 cup molasses
1 small apple
2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 large egg
1/4 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups water

In a bowl, mix the flour, cinnamon, baking powder and baking soda. Set aside.

In a food processor, add the egg, molasses, peanut butter, apple, oil, vanilla extract and water. Blend together. When mixture is thoroughly blended, add to bowl of dry ingredients. Combine well and turn out on a lightly floured surface. Place a piece of plastic wrap or wax paper on top of dough and then roll out dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Remove the plastic wrap or wax paper and score dough into 4 x 3-inch rectangles. Spritz the top of the rectangles with water and sprinkle chopped peanuts over. Press the chopped peanuts in the dough with the palm of your hand. Bake at 325 degrees F for 50-60 minutes.