3 Layer Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
Indulge in the ultimate no-bake treat with these 3 Layer Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars, a decadent dessert perfect for peanut butter and chocolate lovers alike. With a buttery graham cracker crust, a rich and creamy peanut butter filling, and a silky milk chocolate topping, every bite is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes of hands-on time, these bars require minimal effort, making them the ideal quick dessert for parties, potlucks, or a sweet treat to keep in the fridge. Perfectly balanced between sweet and salty, this make-ahead recipe is easy to slice and serve, ensuring it’s as practical as it is irresistible.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Crushed graham crackers
- 2 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 2.5 cups Creamy peanut butter (divided)
- 1.5 cups Milk chocolate chips
- 0.25 cup Heavy cream
Instructions
1. Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, powdered sugar, melted butter, and 1 cup of creamy peanut butter. Mix well until the mixture is uniformly combined and crumbly.
3. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the bottom layer.
4. Place the dish in the refrigerator while you prepare the peanut butter filling.
5. In another bowl, stir together 1.5 cups of creamy peanut butter and the powdered sugar until smooth and spreadable.
6. Remove the baking dish from the fridge and spread the peanut butter mixture evenly over the first layer. Return the dish to the refrigerator.
7. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the milk chocolate chips with the heavy cream in 20-second intervals, stirring after each until smooth and glossy.
8. Pour the chocolate mixture over the peanut butter layer, spreading it evenly with a spatula to create the chocolate topping.
9. Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours or until the chocolate has fully set.
10. Once chilled, use the parchment paper to lift the bars out of the baking dish. Slice into squares or bars and serve.
11. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9088 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 646.0 g | 828% | |
| Saturated Fat | 258.0 g | 1290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 625 mg | 208% | |
| Sodium | 3981 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 711.2 g | 259% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.4 g | 162% | |
| Total Sugars | 498.9 g | ||
| Protein | 197.7 g | 395% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1022 mg | 79% | |
| Iron | 23.2 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 5285 mg | 112% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
