Description
Delicious no-bake chocolate peanut butter bars that combine a sweet peanut butter base with a smooth chocolate topping. These bars are easy to make, require no baking, and deliver a perfect balance of creamy, crunchy, and chocolatey flavors ideal for a quick dessert or snack.
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter Base
- 2 cups confectioners sugar
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup salted butter, melted
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
Chocolate Topping
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 Tablespoons creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line an 8-inch or 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper and set it aside to ensure easy removal of the bars later.
- Mix Peanut Butter Base: In a medium mixing bowl, combine confectioners sugar, graham cracker crumbs, and melted butter. Use an electric mixer to beat the mixture thoroughly until well combined and crumbly. Add in 1 cup of creamy peanut butter and mix again to create a smooth, firm base.
- Press the Base: Evenly press the peanut butter mixture into the prepared pan, ensuring it is tightly packed and level to form the foundation of the bars.
- Melt Chocolate Topping: In a small bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter. Microwave the mixture in 30-second increments, stirring after each interval, until it is completely melted and smooth.
- Spread Chocolate Layer: Pour and spread the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture evenly over the peanut butter base layer in the pan.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate the pan for about 2 hours or until the bars are firm. Before slicing, allow the bars to sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to soften slightly for easier cutting and serving.
Notes
- Use parchment paper for easy removal of bars from the pan.
- Ensure the chocolate mixture is smooth for an even topping.
- Letting bars sit at room temperature before slicing prevents cracking.
- Store bars in the refrigerator to maintain firmness.
- For a crunchy texture, add chopped peanuts to the base mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: no bake dessert, peanut butter bars, chocolate peanut butter dessert, easy no bake bars, simple sweet treat
