Description
Indulgent Reeses chocolate peanut butter bars combine classic flavors in a simple no-bake dessert that melts hearts. Chocolate and peanut butter layers create a dreamy treat perfect for satisfying sweet cravings with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients (Structural Components):
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
Fat/Binding Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
Sweetening Ingredients:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Thoroughly blend melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, and creamy peanut butter in a spacious mixing bowl until the ingredients form a cohesive, dense texture.
- Transfer the mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish, pressing firmly and evenly across the surface using a spatula or spoon to create a uniform base layer.
- Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring at 30-second intervals to prevent scorching and ensure smooth consistency.
- Pour the molten chocolate evenly over the peanut butter base, using gentle sweeping motions to cover the entire surface completely.
- Refrigerate the dessert for approximately 30-45 minutes, allowing the chocolate layer to set and solidify while maintaining a slight sheen.
- Once chilled and firm, remove from refrigerator and slice into precise rectangular bars using a sharp knife, wiping the blade clean between cuts for crisp edges.
- Store the chocolate peanut butter bars in an airtight container within the refrigerator to preserve their texture and prevent chocolate from melting.
Notes
- Achieve the perfect texture by ensuring the graham cracker crumbs are finely ground for a smooth, consistent base.
- Opt for room temperature butter to help ingredients blend more easily and create a more uniform mixture.
- Consider using natural peanut butter for a less sweet, more intense nutty flavor that complements the chocolate topping.
- Chill the bars completely before cutting to get clean, sharp edges and prevent crumbling when slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg