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Easy No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

A close-up of a single, thick no-bake peanut butter bars square with a chocolate topping, resting on a white plate.
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Make dessert simple with these easy no-bake peanut butter bars. They are creamy, rich, and ready quickly for a sweet treat everyone enjoys.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the 1 cup of peanut butter, powdered sugar, softened butter, and graham cracker crumbs. Mix until fully combined and the mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Press this mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. This forms your base layer.
  4. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and the remaining 1/4 cup of peanut butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until smooth and melted.
  5. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the peanut butter base. Spread it evenly to cover the entire surface.
  6. Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours, or until the chocolate topping is firm.
  7. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars from the pan. Cut into squares before serving.

Notes

  • Chill the bars completely before slicing to get clean cuts.
  • If you prefer a fudgier topping, add 1 teaspoon of coconut oil to the chocolate and peanut butter mixture before melting.
  • These homemade Reese’s bars store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

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