Chunky Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
Indulge in the ultimate no-bake treat with these Chunky Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars—an irresistible combination of creamy, crunchy, and chocolaty goodness. This easy recipe features a rich graham cracker and peanut butter base, topped with a luscious layer of chocolate melted with chunky peanut butter for added texture. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and chilled to perfection, these bars are sprinkled with chopped salted peanuts for a delightful crunch that perfectly balances the sweetness. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or an indulgent snack, these refrigerator-friendly bars are a crowd-pleasing dessert that couldn’t be easier to make. Keywords: no-bake chocolate peanut butter bars, easy dessert recipe, chocolate peanut butter treats.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup chunky peanut butter
- 0.25 cup chopped salted peanuts (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang to make removing the bars easier.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers and powdered sugar.
Add the creamy peanut butter and melted butter to the bowl, and mix until a cohesive dough forms.
Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, pressing firmly to achieve a smooth layer.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until smooth.
Stir the chunky peanut butter into the melted chocolate until well combined.
Pour the chocolate-peanut butter mixture over the base layer in the baking dish and spread evenly using a spatula.
Sprinkle the chopped salted peanuts (if using) over the top for added crunch and flavor.
Refrigerate the dish for at least 2 hours, or until the bars are firm and set.
Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the baking dish, and slice into 16 squares.
Store the bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6631 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 453.2 g | 581% | |
| Saturated Fat | 200.9 g | 1004% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 517 mg | 172% | |
| Sodium | 2717 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 609.7 g | 222% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.7 g | 163% | |
| Total Sugars | 389.8 g | ||
| Protein | 117.2 g | 234% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 387 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 21.1 mg | 117% | |
| Potassium | 2522 mg | 54% | |
*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.
