Description
Rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter meld perfectly in this no-bake chocolate peanut butter bars masterpiece. Simple ingredients create a delightful dessert that satisfies sweet cravings without turning on the oven. Chocolate lovers will devour these easy, indulgent bars.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter
- 1 1/4 cups creamy peanut butter
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Base Ingredients:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Topping Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (for chocolate topping)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly blend melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, and creamy peanut butter until a uniform, velvety consistency forms.
- Transfer the mixture into a parchment-lined 9×13 inch pan, using a spatula to evenly distribute and firmly compress the base layer.
- Create the chocolate topping by gently melting chocolate chips and additional peanut butter in the microwave, stirring at 30-second intervals until completely smooth and glossy.
- Carefully pour the molten chocolate mixture over the prepared peanut butter foundation, using a clean spatula to ensure an even, consistent coverage.
- Place the pan in the refrigerator and allow it to chill for 120 minutes, or until the bars have solidified completely and developed a firm texture.
- Remove from refrigerator and slice into uniform rectangular bars using a sharp knife, wiping the blade clean between cuts for precise edges.
- Serve chilled and enjoy the rich, decadent treat immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- Chill the pan beforehand to help the base set faster and create a more compact texture.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for a richer, more indulgent flavor profile.
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or oat flour for a celiac-friendly version.
- Experiment with different nut butters like almond or cashew for unique taste variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg