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Easy No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

A close-up of a square, layered no bake peanut butter bars with a chocolate topping.
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Make dessert simple with these easy no-bake peanut butter bars. They are creamy, rich, and ready fast, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 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 melted butter, powdered sugar, 1 cup of peanut butter, and graham cracker crumbs. Mix until fully combined into a thick dough.
  3. Press this peanut butter mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  4. In a separate 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.
  5. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the peanut butter base and 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. Lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into squares before serving.

Notes

  • For the best texture, use creamy peanut butter, not natural style, in the base layer.
  • If you want a fudgier topping, add 1 teaspoon of coconut oil to the chocolate and peanut butter mixture before melting.
  • These **Reeses inspired bars** store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

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