Description
Indulge in the ultimate no-bake Peanut Butter Bars, a perfect treat for peanut butter lovers! These bars effortlessly combine the rich flavors of creamy peanut butter and smooth chocolate into a delightful dessert that’s easy to prepare. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip these up in minutes, making them an excellent choice for parties, holidays, or a quick afternoon snack. The versatility of this recipe allows you to customize the bars with your favorite toppings or mix-ins. Whether chilled or at room temperature, these irresistible treats promise to impress everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 4–5 cups powdered sugar
- 1 ½ cups chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Line an 8×8” or 9×9" dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, blend peanut butter and softened butter until smooth using an electric mixer.
- Mix in vanilla extract and salt until incorporated.
- Gradually add powdered sugar until reaching a dough-like consistency (start with 4 cups).
- Pour mixture into the prepared pan and press down evenly.
- Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth.
- Pour melted chocolate over the peanut butter base and spread evenly; sprinkle with optional festive sprinkles.
- Chill for about 20 minutes until firm, then cut into squares to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (32g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg