Preparation Time: 20 minutes (plus chilling time)
Ingredients:For the Base:join button
Ingredients:For the Base:
- 1 1/2 cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Peanut Butter Layer:
- 1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups (255g) semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup (60g) creamy peanut butter
Instructions:
- Prepare the Base (Medium Intensity):
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a parchment-lined 9×9-inch (23×23 cm) square baking pan.
- Chill the Base (Low Intensity):
- Place the pan in the refrigerator while you prepare the next layer.
- Make the Peanut Butter Layer (Medium Intensity):
- In a mixing bowl, beat together peanut butter, powdered sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Spread this mixture evenly over the chilled graham cracker base.
- Chill Again (Low Intensity):
- Return the pan to the refrigerator to set the peanut butter layer while you make the chocolate topping.
- Prepare the Chocolate Topping (Medium Intensity):
- In a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, melt the chocolate chips and peanut butter together, stirring until smooth.
- Add Chocolate Topping (Medium Intensity):
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the peanut butter layer, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Chill for Final Setting (Low Intensity):
- Place the pan back in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 2 hours or until the chocolate is set.
- Cut into Bars (Low Intensity):
- Once fully set, remove the dessert from the pan using the parchment paper as handles. Place it on a cutting board and cut into squares or bars.
- Serve and Enjoy (Low Intensity):
- Plate the bars and serve. These no-bake chocolate peanut butter bars are ready to delight your taste buds!
Note: Feel free to customize by adding chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or a sprinkle of sea salt on top. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for a cool and delicious treat throughout the weekend.