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No Bake Peanut Butter Bars

Easy No Bake Peanut Butter Bars that Will Wow Your Taste Buds

Try these No Bake Peanut Butter Bars that combine creamy peanut butter, crunchy graham crackers, and silky chocolate for a quick dessert treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16 bars
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • microwave
  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • parchment paper
  • Rubber spatula

Ingredients
  

For the Base

  • 1 cup butter this adds richness and helps bind the ingredients.
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter make sure it's creamy for a smooth texture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances the flavor and rounds out the sweetness.
  • 2 cups powdered sugar gives sweetness and structure to the bars.
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs provides a delicious crunch and base for the bars.

For the Topping

  • 1 cup chocolate chips use semi-sweet or dark for a decadent finish.
  • sea salt to taste, a sprinkle balances the sweetness beautifully.
  • chopped peanuts optional, for garnish, adds extra crunch and a nutty flavor.

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Begin by melting 1 cup of butter in a microwave-safe bowl or a saucepan over low heat.
  • Stir in 1 cup of creamy peanut butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract into the melted butter until smooth.
  • Add 2 cups of powdered sugar and 1½ cups of graham cracker crumbs into the peanut butter mixture.
  • Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and transfer the mixture into the pan.
  • Melt 1 cup of chocolate chips in the microwave, stirring often until smooth.
  • Pour the melted chocolate over the pressed peanut butter base and spread evenly.
  • Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  • Once chilled, lift the bars out using the parchment and slice into squares or rectangles.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for easier mixing and ensure to chill for the full time for better texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg
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