Description
These Chocolate Peanut Butter Dream Bars are a decadent, no-bake dessert that combines a creamy peanut butter layer with a rich chocolate topping. With a buttery graham cracker crust, these bars are easy to make and will satisfy your sweet tooth! Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a simple indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Peanut Butter Layer:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Layer:
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
Instructions
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Prepare the Crust:
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar.
- Add the melted butter and stir until the mixture is evenly combined and resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×9-inch square baking pan (or an 8×8-inch pan for thicker bars) to form an even layer.
- Refrigerate the crust while you prepare the peanut butter layer.
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Make the Peanut Butter Layer:
- In a large bowl, beat together the peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the peanut butter mixture evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust, smoothing it out with a spatula.
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Prepare the Chocolate Layer:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and butter together in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer and spread it evenly with a spatula.
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Chill the Bars:
- Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours, or until the chocolate is set and the bars are firm.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once the bars are set, cut them into squares and serve. These are perfect for sharing or enjoying a small bite of heaven!
Notes
- For a crunchy twist, you can add chopped peanuts to the peanut butter layer or sprinkle some on top of the chocolate layer.
- If you prefer milk chocolate, feel free to substitute the semi-sweet chocolate chips with milk chocolate chips.
- These bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: No bake time, just chill time.
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg