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No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Villerius
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 20 to 24 squares
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars are a rich and indulgent treat made with a simple combination of melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, confectioners’ sugar, creamy peanut butter, and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Perfect for those who want a quick, no-bake dessert that doesn’t compromise on flavor, these bars feature a crunchy peanut butter base topped with a smooth chocolate layer, chilled to firm perfection.

Ingredients

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Base Layer

  • 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) salted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (120g) graham cracker crumbs (about 8 full sheet graham crackers)
  • 2 cups (240g) confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter

Chocolate Topping

  • 1 cup + 2 Tablespoons (280g) creamy peanut butter, divided (use 2 tablespoons for topping)
  • 1 cup (180g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pan: Line an 8-inch or 9-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removal easier. Set aside.
  2. Make the base layer: In a medium bowl, mix the melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, and confectioners’ sugar together until evenly combined. Stir in 1 cup (250g) of creamy peanut butter until the mixture is uniform. Press this mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan to form a firm base layer.
  3. Prepare the chocolate topping: Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of peanut butter with the semi-sweet chocolate chips either in the microwave or on the stove. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
  4. Assemble the bars: Spread the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture evenly over the peanut butter base layer in the pan.
  5. Chill and set: Refrigerate the bars until completely firm, which takes at least 2 hours. For best cutting and serving, let the bars sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before slicing into 20-24 squares. You may also leave them out for a few hours at room temperature while serving.
  6. Store leftovers: Cover any leftover bars tightly and keep refrigerated for up to 1 week to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • These no-bake bars require no oven and come together quickly with simple ingredients.
  • You can substitute salted butter with unsalted and add a pinch of salt if desired.
  • Ensure the bars are fully chilled before slicing for cleaner cuts.
  • Store bars in an airtight container to maintain texture and flavor.
  • For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 1/24th of recipe)
  • Calories: 220 kcal
  • Sugar: 18 g
  • Sodium: 110 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 15 mg

Find it online: https://emilyscook.com/no-bake-chocolate-peanut-butter-bars-recipe/