Minnesota Bars
Indulge in the irresistible layers of sweetness with these classic Minnesota Bars, a no-bake dessert that’s as easy to make as it is impossible to resist! This Midwest favorite starts with a buttery graham cracker crust, flawlessly paired with a rich layer of melted semi-sweet chocolate and topped with a creamy, peanut butter-infused frosting. With only 15 minutes of prep time and minimal effort, these bars are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, impressing guests at potlucks, or treating family to a nostalgic dessert. The balance of textures—crumbly, smooth, and fudgy—makes every bite a delight. Refrigerated to set and served cold, these scrumptious bars are a must-try for chocolate and peanut butter lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter. Stir until evenly mixed and crumbly.
Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking pan to form the base layer. Use the back of a spoon or your hands to compact it firmly.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in 20-30 second intervals, stirring after each, until fully melted and smooth.
Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the graham cracker base. Use an offset spatula to smooth the chocolate layer. Let it cool slightly while you prepare the peanut butter topping.
In another mixing bowl, stir together the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy and smooth.
Carefully spread the peanut butter topping over the cooled chocolate layer. Smooth it out evenly with a spatula.
Refrigerate the bars for at least 1 hour, or until firm and set.
Once chilled, remove from the fridge and cut into squares or bars. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6528 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 392.9 g | 504% | |
| Saturated Fat | 182.2 g | 911% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 32.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 517 mg | 172% | |
| Sodium | 1560 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 733.0 g | 267% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.1 g | 108% | |
| Total Sugars | 547.1 g | ||
| Protein | 86.0 g | 172% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 464 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 18.5 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 2117 mg | 45% | |
*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.
