Description
Indulgent Reeses Peanut Butter No-Bake Bars blend creamy peanut butter with chocolate in a quick, no-oven dessert. Chocolate lovers will savor each rich, no-fuss bite of this irresistible sweet treat that promises pure comfort and deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (270 grams) semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
- 1 cup (240 grams) creamy peanut butter
- 1 ½ cups (180 grams) crushed graham crackers
Base and Binding Ingredients:
- ½ cup (115 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 ¼ cups (150 grams) powdered sugar
Topping Ingredient:
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Craft the foundational peanut butter layer by thoroughly blending creamy peanut butter with melted butter, powdered sugar, and finely crushed graham crackers until achieving a uniform, silky consistency.
- Transfer the mixed peanut butter mixture into a parchment-paper-lined 8×8-inch baking pan, carefully pressing and smoothing the layer to create an even, compact base.
- Create the luxurious chocolate topping by gently melting chocolate chips together with additional peanut butter, using short microwave intervals and stirring between each to ensure a glossy, smooth texture.
- Carefully cascade the molten chocolate mixture over the prepared peanut butter foundation, using a spatula to distribute the topping evenly and create a seamless, glossy surface.
- Place the assembled dessert into the refrigerator, allowing it to chill and solidify for approximately 60-90 minutes until the bars become completely firm and cohesive.
- Once fully set, extract the dessert from the pan by lifting the parchment paper edges, then slice into clean, precise squares using a sharp knife.
- Serve the chilled bars at room temperature for optimal flavor and texture, presenting a decadent, no-bake treat that combines rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter.
Notes
- Swap standard peanut butter with almond or cashew butter for a different nutty flavor profile and to accommodate nut allergies.
- Use gluten-free graham crackers to make the recipe completely gluten-free, ensuring everyone can enjoy these delectable treats.
- Melt chocolate carefully to prevent burning by using low microwave power and stirring frequently during the melting process.
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top of the chocolate layer for an enhanced flavor complexity and gourmet touch that elevates the entire dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg