Description
No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars are a deliciously rich and creamy treat made with a peanut butter and graham cracker base topped with a smooth chocolate and peanut butter layer. These bars require no baking, making them quick and easy to prepare, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Peanut Butter Layer:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (approximately 10 to 12 graham crackers)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Chocolate Topping:
- ⅔ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Butter the bottom and sides of a 9×13 baking pan to prevent the bars from sticking, then set the pan aside.
- Make the Peanut Butter Layer: In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, creamy peanut butter, graham cracker crumbs, and powdered sugar. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Press this mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared baking pan to form the base layer.
- Prepare the Chocolate Topping: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter and chocolate chips. Heat for 30 seconds, then stir. Continue heating in 10-second increments, stirring after each, until the chocolate chips are fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Assemble the Bars: Spread the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture evenly over the peanut butter base in the pan.
- Chill to Set: Refrigerate the assembled bars for at least 2 hours or until firm enough to slice.
- Slice and Serve: Remove from the refrigerator and allow bars to come to room temperature before cutting to avoid difficulty slicing. Serve chilled or at room temperature—chilled is preferred for best texture.
- Storage: Store any leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Allow bars to come to room temperature before slicing to ensure clean cuts.
- Use either semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips according to your preference.
- The bars are best served chilled but can also be enjoyed at room temperature.
- Store bars in an airtight container refrigerated to keep them fresh for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Bars
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
