Peanut Butter Chocolate Bars (Print View)
Rich, chewy bars with creamy peanut butter and smooth chocolate, perfect for dessert or snack time.
# Components:
→ Base Layer
01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
02 - 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
03 - 2 cups powdered sugar
04 - 1 cup creamy peanut butter
→ Chocolate Topping
05 - 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
06 - ½ cup creamy peanut butter
# Method:
01 - Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring an overhang on all sides for easy retrieval.
02 - In a sizable mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, and 1 cup of peanut butter. Stir until a cohesive, dough-like consistency is achieved.
03 - Transfer the peanut butter mixture into the prepared pan. Press it down evenly to create a uniform base, and smooth the surface with a spatula.
04 - In a microwave-safe dish, combine the chocolate chips and ½ cup of peanut butter. Heat in 30-second increments, stirring thoroughly between each interval, until completely melted and smooth.
05 - Gently pour the melted chocolate mixture over the peanut butter base. Spread it evenly across the entire surface.
06 - Refrigerate the bars for a minimum of 40 minutes, or until the chocolate topping has solidified.
07 - Utilize the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars from the pan. Cut into individual servings and present.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Uses only pantry ingredients you probably have on hand
- No oven required less than 10 minutes of cooking
- Ready for slicing after a quick chill no long wait for dessert
- Easy to double for a party or freeze for later
02 -
- Gluten free adaptation is easy with a simple cracker swap
- These bars freeze beautifully for future cravings
- Perfect for making ahead for gatherings or holiday trays
03 -
- Take the extra minute to smooth the chocolate topping for a glossy finish
- Wipe your knife blade between cuts to get picture perfect bars
- For extra neat slices use a warm knife briefly dipped in hot water and dried off