Description
Chocolate peanut butter stacks deliver a nostalgic dessert experience with rich layers of chocolate and creamy peanut butter. Crisp wafers and silky ganache combine for an irresistible sweet treat that will delight chocolate enthusiasts.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240 ml) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup (120 g) creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups (60 g) crispy rice cereal or crushed graham crackers
- ¼ cup (30 g) chopped peanuts (optional)
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional topping: flaky sea salt or melted white chocolate for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare Base: Thoroughly combine graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, and melted butter into a cohesive mixture that binds seamlessly when pressed together.
- Form Foundations: Meticulously shape the crumb mixture into uniform mounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet, compact each stack with gentle, even pressure to create stable bases.
- Create Decadent Topping: Gently melt chocolate chips and peanut butter in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until achieving a silky, glossy consistency that flows smoothly over the prepared stacks.
- Chill and Set: Carefully drizzle the molten chocolate-peanut butter mixture over each stack, then transfer to the refrigerator. Allow the treats to firm up for approximately 15-20 minutes until they reach a solid yet creamy texture.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish by sprinkling a light dusting of sea salt or chopped peanuts across the surface to introduce a delightful textural contrast. Serve chilled or at room temperature for a luxurious, indulgent dessert experience.
Notes
Craft Consistent Crumb Base: Mix graham cracker crumbs thoroughly to prevent crumbly or uneven foundations, ensuring each stack holds together perfectly during assembly and serving.
Manage Chocolate Melting Technique: Use low, gentle heat when combining chocolate and peanut butter to prevent burning or separation, creating a smooth, glossy coating that flows evenly over stacks.
Control Chilling Parameters: Refrigerate stacks for precisely 30-45 minutes to achieve ideal firmness without becoming rock-hard, maintaining a creamy, slice-friendly texture that melts beautifully.
Customize Dietary Variations: Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives, use dark chocolate for lower sugar content, or replace peanut butter with almond butter to accommodate different nutritional needs and preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg