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No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars Recipe

No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bars
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the irresistible combination of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate with these easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars. A simple dessert that requires no oven time, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings in no time.


Ingredients

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For the bars:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter

For the topping:

  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter


Instructions

  1. Prepare the base: In a large bowl, combine melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, and 1 cup of peanut butter. Mix until smooth. Press into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Make the topping: Melt chocolate chips and 1/4 cup peanut butter in the microwave. Pour over the base.
  3. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set. Cut into bars and serve.

Notes

  • Try using crunchy peanut butter for added texture.
  • Drizzle white chocolate for a decorative touch.
  • Bars can be frozen for make-ahead convenience.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 270
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg