Description
These no-bake Peanut Butter Bars combine creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate for a sweet and satisfying treat. Perfectly sweetened with powdered sugar and crunch from graham cracker crumbs, these bars are easy to make and require no baking, making them a delightful dessert or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
Topping
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter (for topping)
Instructions
- Mix the base ingredients: In a large bowl, thoroughly combine 1 cup of creamy peanut butter, melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, and powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
- Press into pan: Evenly press the peanut butter mixture into a greased 9×13-inch pan, using a spatula to smooth the surface for an even layer.
- Melt chocolate topping: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips together with 2 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter by heating in 30-second intervals, stirring after each until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Spread topping: Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the peanut butter base, carefully spreading it evenly to cover the entire layer.
- Chill and set: Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours or until the chocolate topping is firm. Once set, cut into 24 squares and serve.
Notes
- Make sure to use creamy peanut butter for a smooth texture.
- Press the base firmly into the pan to help the bars hold together well.
- Melting the chocolate slowly and stirring frequently prevents scorching.
- Store leftover bars in the refrigerator to maintain firmness.
- For a nut-free alternative, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
