Description
Irresistible no-bake chocolate peanut butter bars combine creamy peanut butter with rich chocolate for a quick dessert. Chilled bars offer sweet, nutty satisfaction with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups creamy peanut butter
- 1.5 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
Base Ingredients:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, powdered sugar, and peanut butter in a mixing bowl, stirring until the mixture becomes uniformly smooth and well-integrated.
- Transfer the blended mixture into a lightly greased 9×13-inch pan, using clean hands or a spatula to firmly press and create an even, compact base layer.
- Carefully melt chocolate chips with vegetable oil using either a microwave in 30-second intervals or a double boiler, gently stirring until the chocolate reaches a completely smooth, glossy consistency.
- Gently pour the molten chocolate over the prepared peanut butter foundation, using a spatula to spread the chocolate in a uniform, edge-to-edge layer.
- Place the pan in the refrigerator and allow the bars to chill and solidify for approximately 2-3 hours, ensuring the chocolate top and peanut butter base become completely firm and set.
- Once thoroughly chilled, remove from refrigerator and slice into rectangular bars using a sharp knife, creating clean, precise cuts for serving.
Notes
- Elevate texture by using high-quality graham crackers for a more robust, crumbly base that enhances overall flavor profile.
- Experiment with different nut butters like almond or cashew for unique taste variations while maintaining creamy consistency.
- Opt for dark chocolate chips to reduce sweetness and add depth, making the bars more sophisticated for adult palates.
- Create gluten-free version by substituting graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free cookie crumbs or ground nuts for a dietary-friendly treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 312 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 105 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 22 mg