The most effective no-bake recipe for the summer time dessert potluck: Peanut Butter Bars! They’ve a skinny chocolate topping and crunchy graham cracker bits that make them irresistible. I make this recipe not less than as soon as a month, and when you learn the way simple they’re to make, you’ll, too!
Welcome to a different assembly of the ‘I really like peanut butter membership,’ and this time, we’re utilizing it to make a no-bake dessert as a result of we have to eat quick! Did you eat my peanut butter mousse to quick too?
The factor that units these peanut butter bars aside is the crushed graham crackers within the filling. It is simply the correct amount of tiny crunches, plus sweetness.
In the event you love Reese’s peanut butter cups, you must make this no bake model, slice it into bars and share!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars Substances
- Graham Crackers. You want two entire graham cracker sheets, which is technically 4 of the sq. halves (those with the dashed line down the center as seen within the picture). You’ll be crushing these both in a plastic bag or in a mini meals processor.
- Powdered Sugar. That is the perfect sugar to make use of as a result of it is tremendous finely floor and dissolves simply within the combination. I have never examined this recipe with granulated sugar, but when that is all you might have, pulse 1 cup in a meals processor or high-speed blender till it is powdery.
- Butter. Half a stick of butter (4 tablespoons or 2 ounces) makes these peanut butter bars so creamy.
- Peanut Butter. With this recipe, you should use any kind of peanut butter you want, aside from the powdered variety! You should use crunchy in case you prefer it, or clean or all-natural.
- Vanilla Extract. One-quarter teaspoon of actual vanilla extract.
Chocolate Topping Substances:
- Chocolate. We simply need a skinny layer of chocolate on prime right here, so I am utilizing simply 2 ounes of a chopped semisweet chocolate bar. You should use chocolate chips, if that is all you might have. Additionally, you possibly can double the quantity of chocolate for a thicker topping. I soften the chocolate in a double boiler or microwave on low energy. If it appears too dry, add 1 teaspoon of coconut oil or impartial oil (like grapeseed, canola or vegetable oil) to assist it soften.
- Salt (non-compulsory). It is private choice, however I really like a sprinkling of salt on prime of a brilliant wealthy dessert. The massive-flaked sea salt is particularly scrumptious right here!
The right way to Make No Bake Peanut Butter Bars
After crushing the 4 graham crackers in a bag or in a small meals processor, mix them with the 1 cup of powdered sugar in a bowl.
In a separate microwave-safe bowl, mix the 4 tablespoons of butter and ¼ cup peanut butter. Warmth within the microwave for about 40 seconds, till melted however not boiling. It is a good suggestion to take it out earlier than it is all the best way melted and stir till it finishes melting.
Subsequent, stir within the ¼ teaspoon of vanilla.
Add the melted combination to the bowl with the graham crackers and powdered sugar. Stir this combination very properly till a stiff dough types. Take the time to make sure all of the powdered sugar is integrated into the dough.
Press this combination firmly within the backside of a 9” x 5” x 3” loaf pan. Make sure the crust is even and flat. Truly, the precise dimension of the pan would not actually matter right here, as a result of we’re not baking them. You possibly can put these peanut butter bars within the backside of muffin cups or double the recipe and use an 8 or 9-inch sq. pan.
Lastly, chop the chocolate and soften it in a microwave-safe bowl on LOW energy till virtually all the best way melted (about 30 seconds for simply 2 ounces of chocolate). Stir till totally melted, after which unfold over the bars. Refrigerate for not less than 10 minutes to set the chocolate. You possibly can slice and serve immediately, or refrigerate till tremendous agency for slicing.
Peanut Butter Chocolate Bars Recipe Variations
- Vegetarian – As written, these peanut butter chocolate bars are vegetarian.
- Vegan – You possibly can completely make this recipe vegan with a number of easy swaps. Verify your label and ensure your graham cracker are vegan, and seize a stick of vegan butter. (Miyoko’s model of plant-based butter is great). Additionally test your chocolate bar or chocolate chip elements to make sure they do not include milk or any dairy derivatives. The recipe will prove precisely the identical with these swaps.
- Chocolate – My private favourite Reese’s are the white chocolate ones, so I actually wish to prime these peanut butter bars with melted white chocolate as a substitute of semisweet.
The right way to Retailer Leftovers
Due to the melted chocolate on prime, these peanut butter bars are greatest stored cool. I retailer them within the fridge in an air-tight meals storage container for as much as 1 week, however they infrequently final that lengthy in my home. You can too retailer them within the freezer for months.
Yield: 6
No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
These no bake peanut butter bars are such a deal with!
Prep Time
quarter-hour
Whole Time
quarter-hour
Substances
- 2 graham cracker sheets
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup peanut butter*
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ounces bitter candy chocolate, chopped
Directions
- Crush graham crackers in a medium bowl with a pastry cutter. Alternatively, you should use a meals processor.
- Add the powdered sugar to the graham cracker crumbs and stir to mix.
- Soften the butter and peanut butter collectively in a small bowl within the microwave. Add the vanilla to this combination earlier than pouring it over the graham cracker crumb combination. Mix this combination very properly till a stiff dough types. Take the time to make sure all of the powdered sugar is integrated into the dough.
- Press this combination firmly within the backside of a 9” x 5” x 3” loaf pan. Make sure the crust is even and flat. Soften the chocolate within the microwave in 30 second intervals. Pour the chocolate over the crust and go away on the counter till set. Use a knife to chop the squares into small serving items.
Notes
You should use any dimension pan for this recipe as a result of it’s not baked. You possibly can press right into a muffin pan, or double the recipe to make it in an 8-inch or 9-inch sq. pan.
In the event you’re having bother with the chocolate melting, add a teaspoon of coconut oil (or any impartial, flavorless oil).
*Any kind of peanut butter works right here.
Vitamin Data:
Yield:
6
Serving Dimension:
1
Quantity Per Serving:
Energy: 275Whole Fats: 16gSaturated Fats: 8gTrans Fats: 0gUnsaturated Fats: 7gLdl cholesterol: 23mgSodium: 83mgCarbohydrates: 30gFiber: 1gSugar: 25gProtein: 3g
