Description
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Peanut Butter Bars, a no-bake dessert that perfectly marries the flavors of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate. Ideal for any occasion—from family gatherings to holiday celebrations—these bars are not only quick and easy to make but also customizable with your favorite toppings.
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
- Optional: 2 tablespoons festive sprinkles
Instructions
- Line an 8×8” or 9×9" dish with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, blend peanut butter and softened butter until smooth using an electric mixer.
- Add vanilla extract and salt; mix until combined.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until just combined; adjust for consistency.
- Press the mixture into the prepared dish evenly.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Pour melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly.
- Add sprinkles while the chocolate is still warm.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 224
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 106mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg