Description
Indulge in the creamy, nutty goodness of these No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars topped with a rich layer of chocolate. A perfect treat for peanut butter lovers and a quick dessert option that requires no oven time.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Base:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
For the Chocolate Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, and 1 cup of peanut butter. Mix until smooth.
- Press into Pan: Press the mixture into a greased or parchment-lined 9×13-inch baking dish evenly.
- Make the Chocolate Layer: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and 1/4 cup peanut butter in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Add Chocolate Topping: Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter base and spread it evenly.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set. Cut into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- Crunchy peanut butter can be used for added texture.
- For best consistency, store bars in the refrigerator and allow them to sit at room temperature briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
