Description
Classic no-bake peanut butter buckeye bars combine creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate for an irresistible Ohio-inspired dessert. Chilled layers create a smooth, indulgent treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Layer:
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable oil
Peanut Butter Base:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Garnish/Topping:
(None in this recipe)
Instructions
- Thoroughly blend peanut butter, melted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt in a mixing bowl until achieving a uniform, silky consistency.
- Transfer the creamy mixture into a parchment-lined baking pan, using gentle pressure to create an even, compact layer across the entire surface.
- Utilize a microwave-safe container to melt chocolate chips and coconut oil, heating in short 30-second bursts and stirring between intervals until achieving a glossy, smooth chocolate mixture.
- Carefully drizzle and spread the molten chocolate over the peanut butter foundation, ensuring complete and uniform coverage using a flexible spatula.
- Place the prepared dessert in the refrigerator for approximately 120 minutes, allowing the layers to solidify completely and develop a firm texture.
- Once fully chilled and set, remove from refrigerator and slice into precise, geometric squares using a sharp knife for clean edges.
- Serve immediately or store in a sealed container within the refrigerator to maintain optimal texture and flavor.
Notes
- Swap regular peanut butter with almond or cashew butter for a different nutty flavor profile.
- Use dark chocolate chips for a more intense, less sweet topping that complements the creamy peanut butter base.
- For gluten-free needs, ensure all ingredients are certified gluten-free, especially powdered sugar and chocolate chips.
- Create mini bite-sized versions by using a mini muffin tin instead of a baking pan for portion control and cute presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 12 mg