No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

When chocolate and peanut butter come together in one bar, magic happens—especially when you don’t even need to turn on the oven. These No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars are a dream dessert: creamy, decadent, perfectly sweet, and ready to satisfy any craving. With a buttery graham cracker base, a thick, velvety peanut butter layer, and a glossy chocolate topping, each bite is a little piece of heaven.

They’re easy enough for beginners but impressive enough to bring to parties, potlucks, or holiday gatherings. Best of all? They’re made with pantry staples and chill beautifully, so you can prep them ahead and enjoy them any time you need a sweet pick-me-up.

Ingredients

For the Base:

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 14 full sheets)

• 1 cup powdered sugar

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• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted

• 1½ cups creamy peanut butter

For the Chocolate Topping:

• 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

• ½ cup creamy peanut butter

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Pan:
   Line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper or foil, leaving some overhang for easy removal later. Set aside.

2. Make the Base Layer:
   In a large mixing bowl, stir together graham cracker crumbs and powdered sugar. Add melted butter and peanut butter, and mix until fully combined and smooth.

3. Press into the Pan:
   Pour the peanut butter mixture into the prepared pan. Use a spatula to spread and press it evenly into the base, smoothing the surface flat. Place the pan in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the chocolate layer.

4. Make the Chocolate Topping:
   In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and peanut butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely melted and smooth (about 1–2 minutes total).

5. Spread the Topping:
   Remove the pan from the refrigerator and pour the chocolate mixture over the peanut butter base. Gently spread it evenly with an offset spatula or back of a spoon.

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6. Chill Until Set:
   Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours, or until the chocolate is firm and the bars are fully set.

7. Slice & Serve:
   Use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into squares using a sharp knife (wipe between cuts for clean edges). Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Final Notes

These No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars are rich, satisfying, and totally addictive—in the best way. They store beautifully in the fridge for up to a week and can even be frozen for longer storage. Perfect for dessert trays, late-night treats, or sweet gifts, this is the kind of recipe you’ll return to again and again.

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