Peanut Butter Chocolate Bars
A quick and easy no-bake dessert made with a sweet graham cracker and peanut butter base, topped with a smooth chocolate-peanut butter layer. Perfect for when you want a rich, satisfying treat without turning on the oven.
Yields: 12 bars
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour to chill I'm the refrigerator
Special Equipment: 9x13 baking dish
Ingredients
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
2 cups confectioners’ sugar
1 cup butter or margarine, melted
1 cup peanut butter
1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips
4 tablespoons peanut butter
Directions
Prepare the Base: In a medium bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs, confectioners’ sugar, melted butter, and 1 cup of peanut butter until well blended.
Press into Pan: Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 9x13-inch pan.
Make the Chocolate Layer: Place chocolate chips and 4 tablespoons peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high, stirring every 15 seconds, until smooth.
Spread and Chill: Spread the chocolate mixture evenly over the crust.
Set and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before cutting into 12 squares.
