No Bake Peanut Butter Bars
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No Bake Peanut Butter Bars
Description
The No Bake Peanut Butter Bars start with a mixture of room-temperature butter, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, and peanut butter pressed into a pan for a dense, crumbly base. The topping is melted chocolate chips combined with additional butter, poured over the base to create a shiny, smooth layer. Once chilled thoroughly, the bars become firm enough to slice cleanly. The flavor melds the richness of peanut butter with the sweetness and bite of chocolate. These bars require no baking, which makes preparation straightforward. The recommended chilling time ensures the bars hold their shape and texture when served.
These bars are suitable for storing in the refrigerator for several weeks or freezing for longer periods. Allowing bars to sit at room temperature briefly before serving softens the texture slightly for easier eating. Adjustments to butter softness and chocolate melting times can help achieve an even texture without grittiness.
Ingredients
- 10 tablespoons butter room temperature, divided (see note 1)
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (see note 2)
- 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups peanut butter (see note 3)
- 1 cup chocolate chips or milk chocolate chips (see note 4, semi-sweet
Instructions
- Line an 8-inch or 9-inch square baking pan with a foil sling for easy cleanup and coat with nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, cream 5 tablespoons butter, graham crackers, and powdered sugar until smooth. Stir in peanut butter. Mix well and press into prepared pan.
- In a small, microwave-safe bowl, heat chocolate chips and remaining 5 tablespoons butter for 1 minute. Stir carefully and continue to microwave in 30-second increments until smooth, stirring after each increment. Pour over peanut butter filling and spread evenly.
- Chill until completely firm, at least 3 hours or overnight. Let stand 10 minutes at room temperature before serving. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Allow cold butter to soften at room temperature or use low-power microwaving for quicker softening.
- Graham cracker crumbs help avoid grittiness and ensure a smooth base texture.
- Store bars covered in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Let bars stand at room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving for optimal texture.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 16servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 400 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1(2" x 2") bar | |
| Calories | 400kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 44g | 15% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 19mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 181mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 251mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 39g | 78% |
| Vitamin A | 224IU | 4% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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