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Creamy Peanut Butter Pie

1 cup butter

9-inch graham crust

1 cup packed brown sugar

2 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate

1 cup peanut butter

2 tablespoons butter

12-ounce container frozen

1 tablespoon milk

whipped topping, thawed

 

In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup butter and brown sugar. Cook over medium heat until butter is melted and mixture is smooth, stirring frequently. Refrigerate 10 minutes. In large bowl, beat peanut butter and brown sugar mixture at LOW speed until blended. Increase speed and beat one minute at HIGH speed. Reduce speed to LOW and add whipped topping; beat one additional minute. Pour into graham crust and refrigerate. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt chocolate, 2 tablespoons butter, and milk. Stir constantly until smooth. Cool slightly then spread over top of pie. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight before serving. Makes one 9-inch pie, cut into 8 servings.

Orange Pineapple Cake

1814-ounce box yellow cake mix 4 eggs

11-ounce can mandarin oranges, undrained

12 cup vegetable oil

1514-ounce can crushed pineapple, undrained

1-ounce box vanilla sugar-free instant pudding

12-ounce container frozen light whipped topping, thawed

In a large bowl, blend cake mix, eggs, oranges, and oil at MEDIUM speed for 3 to 5 minutes. Divide batter into two greased and floured 9-inch round cake pans. Bake approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour at 325ºF. Let cake cool on wire racks. To make icing, in a medium bowl, beat pineapple, pudding, and whipped topping mix at LOW speed for 3 minutes. Ice the cooled cake and store in the refrigerator.

(Tip: Cake flavor is enhanced if left overnight in refrigerator.)

Pound Cake

1 cup butter, room temperature

1 teaspoon almond extract (optional)

3 cups sugar

1 cup whipping cream

6 eggs

3 cups flour

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

 

In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar on MEDIUM speed.

Add eggs, one at a time, and beat thoroughly after each addition. Add vanilla and almond extracts and continue mixing. Reduce speed to LOW and alternately add cream and flour. Pour batter into a greased and floured 10-inch tube pan. Bake for about 1 hour and 20 minutes at 325ºF, or until tests done.

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Hamilton Beach 62680C manual Creamy Peanut Butter Pie, Orange Pineapple Cake, Pound Cake

62680C specifications

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Safety is also a priority, as the hand mixer includes a built-in safeguard that ensures the motor doesn’t overheat during prolonged use.

Overall, the Hamilton Beach 62680C Hand Mixer combines efficiency and functionality, making it an essential tool for any kitchen. Its powerful performance, various speed settings, and thoughtful design elements all contribute to a seamless mixing experience, catering to cooks of all skill levels. Whether whipping up a simple batter or creating complex baked goods, the Hamilton Beach 62680C is a reliable partner for anyone who loves to bake.