🍫🥜 Chocolate Peanut Butter No-Bake Bars
Rich, Creamy, Chocolatey & Completely Oven-Free
If you love the irresistible combo of chocolate and peanut butter but don’t want to turn on the oven, these Chocolate Peanut Butter No-Bake Bars are about to become your new favorite treat. They’re quick, indulgent, and made with simple pantry staples, yet taste like a bakery-quality dessert.
With a smooth, peanut-buttery base and a thick, glossy chocolate topping, these bars are perfect for holidays, bake sales, potlucks, or anytime a sweet craving hits. Best of all? They come together in minutes and set beautifully in the fridge.
📝 Ingredients (Makes 12–16 Bars)
Peanut Butter Base:
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1 cup creamy peanut butter
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½ cup unsalted butter
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1½ cups powdered sugar
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1½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Chocolate Topping:
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1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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¼ cup peanut butter (for a softer, glossy chocolate layer)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Pan
Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal. Set aside.
2️⃣ Make the Peanut Butter Base
In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and peanut butter together, stirring constantly until smooth and fully combined. Remove from heat.
Stir in powdered sugar, graham cracker crumbs, and vanilla extract until a thick, smooth mixture forms.
3️⃣ Press Into the Pan
Transfer the peanut butter mixture into the prepared pan. Press it down firmly and evenly using a spatula or the back of a spoon. A flat, compact layer ensures clean slices later.
4️⃣ Melt the Chocolate Topping
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and peanut butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and glossy.