Description
Indulge in the sweet simplicity of these irresistible Peanut Butter Bars that require no baking. A luscious layer of peanut butter sits atop a graham cracker base, all coated in a rich chocolate topping. These bars are the perfect blend of sweet, salty, and creamy in every bite.
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 Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Mix the Base: In a large bowl, combine melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, and 1 cup of peanut butter. Press into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Topping: Melt chocolate chips and 1/4 cup peanut butter together. Pour over the base.
- Chill: Refrigerate for 2 hours until set. Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Store bars in the refrigerator for a firmer texture or at room temperature for a softer bite.
- Crunchy peanut butter can be used for added texture.
- Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top before chilling for a sweet-salty finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
