Easy Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
Indulge in the irresistible combination of chocolate and peanut butter with these Easy Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars, a no-bake treat that comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time! Featuring a rich, buttery base made from graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, and creamy peanut butter, this recipe is topped with a luscious layer of melted semi-sweet chocolate blended with even more peanut butter for a velvety finish. With no oven required, these bars are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth on hot days or when you're craving something quick and decadent. Cut into 16 perfectly portioned squares, they're ideal for parties, dessert platters, or a simple family snack. Plus, they store beautifully in the fridge for up to a week—if they last that long! Make this easy, crowd-pleasing recipe today, and experience the magic of peanut butter and chocolate in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 4 tablespoons peanut butter (for topping layer)
Instructions
Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil, leaving an overhang for easy removal. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and powdered sugar.
Pour the melted butter into the bowl and stir until well combined.
Add the 1 cup of creamy peanut butter and mix thoroughly until the ingredients form a thick, uniform dough.
Press the peanut butter mixture evenly into the prepared pan to form the base layer. Use the back of a spoon or a flat spatula to smooth the surface.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and 4 tablespoons of peanut butter. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth.
Pour the melted chocolate-peanut butter mixture over the peanut butter base layer in the pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Refrigerate the assembled bars for at least 2 hours, or until the chocolate layer is set.
Once chilled, remove the bars from the pan using the parchment or foil overhang. Slice into 16 squares using a sharp knife for clean cuts.
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6643 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 434.5 g | 557% | |
| Saturated Fat | 198.2 g | 991% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 517 mg | 172% | |
| Sodium | 2778 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 661.5 g | 241% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.8 g | 149% | |
| Total Sugars | 457.9 g | ||
| Protein | 109.9 g | 220% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 360 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 20.3 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 2296 mg | 49% | |
*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.
