These no-bake peanut butter bars are so easy to make with just a handful of simple ingredients. They are sweet and creamy with a smooth chocolate topping. Plus they take just a few minutes to make!
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Chill Time 2 hourshours
Total Time 2 hourshours15 minutesminutes
Servings 16
Ingredients
For the peanut butter layer
1cup(226g)unsalted butter, melted
1 ½cups(165g)graham cracker crumbs
2cups(240g)confectioners' sugar
¼teaspoonsalt
1cup(240g)creamy peanut butter
For the chocolate layer
1cup(180g)semisweet chocolate chips
3tablespoonscreamy peanut butter
Instructions
Make the peanut butter layer
Line a 8-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Set aside.
Mix the melted butter and graham cracker crumbs together in a medium bowl. Let sit for 10 minutes to soften crumbs.
Mix in the confectioners’ sugar, and salt. Stir in the peanut butter until fully combined.
Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Make the chocolate layer
Place chocolate chips and peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30-second intervals until melted and smooth.
Spread evenly over the peanut butter layer.
Chill in the refrigerator until completely firm, at least 2 hours. Allow to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before cutting.
Notes
Butter: Salted butter can be used instead. Omit the salt from the recipe.
Peanut Butter: For best texture, use processed creamy peanut butter such as Jif or Skippy. I do not recommend natural-style peanut butter for this recipe.
Make ahead tip
Bars can be kept covered tightly and stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
You may freeze whole or individual squares for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.