No Bake Peanut Butter Squares Recipe
No Bake Peanut Butter Squares are a quick and easy dessert combining the rich flavors of peanut butter and chocolate over a buttery graham cracker crust. This no-bake treat sets in the fridge and offers a perfect balance of sweetness and texture, ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth without turning on the oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 25 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter Layer
- 1/2 cup Butter, melted
- 1 cup Graham Cracker crumbs
- 2 cups Powdered Sugar
- 1 cup Peanut Butter
Chocolate Layer
- 2 Tbsp Peanut Butter
- 1 cup Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line an 8″x8″ or 9″x9″ square pan with foil or parchment paper and set aside to prevent sticking.
- Make Peanut Butter Base: In a medium bowl, combine melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, and powdered sugar until crumbly. Add 1 cup peanut butter and mix thoroughly until smooth and well combined. Press this mixture evenly into the prepared pan to form the base layer.
- Prepare Chocolate Topping: In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons peanut butter. Microwave for 1 minute, then stir until smooth. If not fully melted, microwave an additional 20 seconds and stir again until the mixture is creamy and uniform.
- Assemble the Squares: Pour and spread the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture evenly over the peanut butter base layer in the pan.
- Chill to Set: Cover the pan and refrigerate for at least 2 to 3 hours, or until the squares are firm and set.
- Serve: Once firm, cut the dessert into 25 squares (5 rows by 5 columns) and enjoy your delicious no bake peanut butter squares.
Notes
- These bars freeze very well. Wrap each square individually in plastic wrap or place them in a freezer bag for easy storage and enjoyment later.
- This recipe requires no baking, making it quick and convenient.
- Using parchment or foil paper makes removing the bars from the pan easy and clean.
Keywords: no bake dessert, peanut butter squares, easy dessert, quick peanut butter treats, chocolate peanut butter bars
