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Easy No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

These no-bake chocolate peanut butter bars are incredibly easy to make with just a few pantry staples. A rich chocolate topping covers a chewy peanut butter base for a perfect sweet treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 16
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Peanut Butter Base
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
Chocolate Topping
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • 0.75 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
  • 0.25 cup creamy peanut butter

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, creamy peanut butter, graham cracker crumbs, and powdered sugar. Mix until well combined and a dough-like consistency forms.
  3. Press the peanut butter mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  4. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, chocolate chips, and creamy peanut butter for the topping. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
  5. Pour the chocolate topping over the peanut butter base and spread evenly.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until firm, before cutting into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg

Notes

Store these bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. For an extra festive touch, you can sprinkle some sea salt on top of the chocolate before it sets.
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