No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

peanut butter bars on parchment paper with two bars stacked.

No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

Satisfy your sweet tooth with these easy No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars. Rich, chewy, and made with just a few simple ingredients, these bars are the perfect treat for any occasion!

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10

Refrigeration Time: 2

Total Time: 2 10

Servings: bars

Calories: 501kcal

Ingredients

½ cup salted butter
2 cups smooth peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups powdered sugar sifted
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
2 cups chocolate chips
2 Tablespoons smooth peanut butter

Instructions

Line a 9-inch square pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
In a large microwave safe bowl, heat butter and 2 cups peanut butter in 30 second increments until melted and smooth.
Stir in vanilla.
Mix in powdered sugar and graham cracker crumbs.
Spread mixture evenly in prepared pan. Set aside.
In a small microwave safe bowl, melt chocolate and 2 Tablespoons peanut butter in 15 second increments, stirring after each until melted and smooth.
Pour on top of peanut butter mixture.
Place in refrigerator until set, about 2 hours.

Notes

How to Store Your Bars

For best results, store your Peanut Butter Bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will keep for up to one week. While they can be enjoyed at room temperature, they are best served slightly chilled!

Tips for Success

Use creamy peanut butter: This will create a smoother texture. Natural peanut butter will not work in this recipe.
Press the base firmly: Ensuring a well-packed base is imperative for recipe success! If there are air bubbles in the base or its not packed down well, it may crumble apart when you try to cut it.
Let the bars set completely: This will help them hold their shape when cutting!
Use a sharp knife: For clean cuts, use a knife that's been warmed slightly with hot water. Wipe after each cut!
Get creative: Add mix-ins like chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or sea salt for extra flavor and texture.
Don't have unsalted butter?: No problem! Use salted butter instead and balance the flavor by adding a tiny pinch (about 3/16 teaspoon) of salt to the recipe.
No graham cracker crumbs?: 1½ packs of graham crackers equal about 2 cups of crumbs!

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