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No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Servings: 16 Bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter divided
  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Method
 

  1. Combine melted butter, powdered sugar, graham cracker crumbs, and 1 cup peanut butter in a bowl. Mix until dough-like, then press into a parchment-lined 9x13-inch pan.
  2. Melt chocolate chips with 1/2 cup peanut butter in the microwave (15-second intervals, stirring until smooth). Spread over the base.
  3. Refrigerate for 2 hours. Cut into bars and serve.

Notes

  • Melt chocolate slowly to avoid seizing; stirring prevents lumps every time.
  • For sharper slices, chill the pan longer or use a hot knife—keeps edges clean.
  • In warm climates, store in the fridge always; they soften quickly at room temp.
  • Add sea salt flakes post-chill for a flavor pop—simple upgrade that impresses.