Description
These no-bake chocolate peanut butter bars are rich, creamy, and incredibly easy to make. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without turning on the oven!
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- For the crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- For the peanut butter layer:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the chocolate topping:
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Make the crust: In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined. Press firmly into the prepared dish. Chill for 10 minutes.
- Make the peanut butter layer: In a large bowl, beat peanut butter and softened butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until thick and creamy. Spread evenly over the crust.
- Make the chocolate topping: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Pour over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set. Lift out using parchment paper, slice into bars, and serve.
Notes
Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. For firmer bars, freeze for 15 minutes before slicing.