No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars Recipe
These no bake peanut butter bars taste just like peanut butter cups!! They are so simple to make and are simply decadent.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Chill Time2 hours hrs
Total Time2 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 9 bars
Calories: 562kcal
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter divided
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp kosher sea salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper or foil, set aside
In a large microwave safe bowl, melt butter in the microwave. Add graham crackers, powdered sugar, 1 cup +2 tablespoons of peanut butter, vanilla, and salt. Mix until combined.
Press mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan creating an even layer.
In a small microwave safe bowl add the chocolate chips and remaining 2 tablespoons of peanut butter. Microwave to melt, then stir to smooth. Spread over top of the pressed mixture.
Place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours. The bars should be firm.
To cut, remove from the refrigerator and cut with a sharp chef's knife. Serve cold or at room temperature.
Serving: 9serving | Calories: 562kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 295mg | Potassium: 362mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 39g | Vitamin A: 325IU | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 2mg