Description
These No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars are a delightful treat combining creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate, making them a simple yet indulgent option for dessert. Perfect for anyone seeking a quick and delicious homemade snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup margarine melted
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 1/4 cups milk chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
Instructions
- Line a 9×13" pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix the melted margarine and peanut butter until smooth.
- Blend in the graham cracker crumbs and powdered sugar until well combined.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
- Melt the chocolate chips and peanut butter together in a metal bowl or double boiler over simmering water, stirring until smooth.
- Spread the melted chocolate over the chilled crust and refrigerate for at least an hour until set.
- Once the topping is firm, cut into squares, aiming for 4 by 8 rows to yield 32 bars.
Notes
For a homemade variation, consider using natural peanut butter for a different flavor profile.
These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Feel free to add chopped nuts for added crunch and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
