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No Bake Peanut Butter Bars

No Bake Peanut Butter Bars

Craving something sweet? Try these No Bake Peanut Butter Bars! They are creamy, rich, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without any baking involved. Simple to make, these bars are the ultimate treat for any occasion!
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Prep Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup salted butter melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter brand like Skippy or Jif
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar sifted
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 1/4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
  • Flaky sea salt for sprinkling on bars

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Frying Pan

Method
 

  1. Line an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, stir together the melted butter, peanut butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Add the confectioners’ sugar and stir until well combined. Stir in the graham cracker crumbs.
  4. Press the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
  5. Place the chocolate chips and 3 tablespoons of peanut butter in a large microwave safe bowl. Microwave in 30 second burst, stirring each time, until just melted. Stir until mixture is smooth.
  6. Pour evenly over the peanut butter base and smooth with a spatula. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
  7. Place the pan in the refrigerator and chill until the bars are firm, about 2 hours.
  8. Use a sharp knife to cut the bars into squares.

Notes

  • If you use unsalted butter: add ¼ teaspoon salt to the base of the bars.
  • Instead of graham crackers: you can use Digestives, Bisccoff cookies, or Ritz crackers.
  • Store bars: in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.