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Delicious no-bake chocolate peanut butter bars with a rich chocolate topping.

No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

Indulge in these creamy, rich, and delicious No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars that combine smooth peanut butter and rich chocolate for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base ingredients
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) salted butter, melted The rich base gives the bars their creamy texture but be careful not to overheat!
  • 1 cup 1 cup (120g) graham cracker crumbs They add structure and a sweet crunch to the bars.
  • 2 cups 2 cups (240g) confectioners' sugar Sweetness to balance the creaminess of the peanut butter.
  • 1 cup 1 cup + 2 Tablespoons (280g) creamy peanut butter, divided Choose smooth for easy mixing.
Chocolate topping
  • 1 cup 1 cup (180g) semi-sweet chocolate chips For that rich, chocolatey layer.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line an 8-inch or 9-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper, extending over the edges.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, and confectioners' sugar. Stir until mixed, then fold in 1 cup of peanut butter.
  3. Press the mixture into the prepared pan.
Chocolate layer
  1. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of peanut butter with the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler until smooth.
  2. Pour the chocolate mixture over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
Serving
  1. Once firm, let the bars sit for about 10 minutes at room temperature before cutting.

Notes

Enjoy these bars chilled! Store tightly covered in the fridge for up to 1 week. They can also be frozen for up to a month.