No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
Satisfy your sweet tooth with our No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars! Made with simple and wholesome ingredients like oats, peanut butter, and chocolate chips, these bars are perfect for a quick and easy dessert. Best of all, no oven required! Order now and enjoy the delicious taste of chocolate and peanut butter in every bite.
**Ingredients:**
For the Base:
- 1 cup (about 225g) creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup (120g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups (200g) powdered sugar
- 2 cups (200g) graham cracker crumbs
For the Chocolate Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups (255g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup (60g) creamy peanut butter
**Instructions:**
**Making the Base:**
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and peanut butter until smooth.
2. Add the powdered sugar and graham cracker crumbs to the peanut butter mixture. Mix until well combined.
3. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a lined or greased 9x9-inch (23x23 cm) square baking pan.
**Preparing the Chocolate Topping:**
1. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and peanut butter together in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth.
2. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the peanut butter base, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
**Setting the Bars:**
1. Place the pan in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 2 hours or until the chocolate is set.
2. Once set, remove the bars from the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature for a few minutes before slicing.
3. Cut into squares or bars and serve.
**Optional:**
You can sprinkle chopped peanuts, sea salt, or extra graham cracker crumbs on top for added texture and flavor.
These No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars are a quick and delicious treat that requires no oven time. Enjoy the delightful combination of chocolate and peanut butter in every bite!