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A close-up of delicious no-bake peanut butter bars in a pan, ready to be cut.

Quick way to grow No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars

These quick and easy no-bake peanut butter bars are a delightful treat made with a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, rich chocolate topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Chocolate Topping
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • 9x13 inch pan
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Prepare the Bars
  1. In a large bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, peanut butter, and melted butter until well mixed.
  2. Press the mixture evenly into a greased 9x13 inch pan and refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.
Make the Chocolate Topping
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter together, stirring until smooth.
  2. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the chilled peanut butter layer and spread evenly.
  3. Refrigerate for at least one hour, or until the chocolate topping is firm, then cut into squares and serve.

Notes

For best results, use a good quality creamy peanut butter. These bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.