Description
Creamy no-bake double peanut butter bars blend rich chocolate and smooth peanut butter into an irresistible dessert. Sweet layers of indulgence promise quick satisfaction that delivers pure comfort with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (250 g / 8.8 oz) creamy peanut butter
- 1 ½ cups (150 g / 5.3 oz) graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup (180 g / 6.3 oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Binding and Sweetening Ingredients:
- ½ cup (115 g / 4 oz) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups (240 g / 8.5 oz) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
Topping Ingredient:
- ¼ cup (60 g / 2.1 oz) creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Create a foundational layer by lining a square baking vessel with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage of bottom and sides.
- Whisk peanut butter with melted butter and vanilla extract in a spacious mixing bowl until the texture becomes silky and homogeneous.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar and pulverized graham crackers into the liquid mixture, stirring consistently until a unified dough forms.
- Transfer the consolidated mixture into the prepared pan, applying firm, even pressure to establish a compact base layer.
- Prepare the decadent chocolate-peanut butter coating by combining chocolate chips and additional peanut butter in a microwave-safe container.
- Heat the chocolate-peanut butter blend in brief intervals, pausing to stir between each session, until achieving a glossy, thoroughly melted consistency.
- Gently cascade the molten chocolate mixture across the peanut butter foundation, utilizing a spatula to distribute evenly and create a seamless surface.
- Transfer the constructed dessert to the refrigerator, allowing it to solidify and set for approximately 90-120 minutes.
- Once the bars have completely chilled and hardened, extract from the refrigerator and slice into symmetrical squares or rectangular portions.
- Serve chilled and relish the rich, indulgent treat.
Notes
- Achieve a perfectly smooth base by ensuring all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing, which helps prevent lumps and creates a more uniform texture.
- Experiment with different types of peanut butter like natural, creamy, or crunchy to customize the bar’s flavor and texture according to personal preference.
- For a gluten-free version, swap graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free cookie crumbs or ground nuts like almonds to maintain the recipe’s structure and taste.
- Control chocolate topping thickness by using a small offset spatula or the back of a spoon to create an even, thin layer that complements the peanut butter base without overwhelming it.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg