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No-Bake Peanut Butter Dessert Bars

12 servings
You only need 5 INGREDIENTS and 10 MINUTES (plus chilling time!) to make these dreamy no-bake peanut butter bars!
These peanut butter dessert bars are oh-so good! Made with graham crackers, peanut butter, and a chocolate topping (no oats!), these are the perfect peanut buttery dessert. What could be better? Plus they’re easily made gluten-free
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Author Erin Collins

Ingredients

Peanut Butter Layer:

  • 1/2 cup (113g) butter, melted
  • 4-5 ounces (120g) graham crackers, crushed into crumbs (gluten-free if needed!)
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
  • 1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Chocolate Topping:

  • 2 Tablespoons (30g) creamy peanut butter, divided
  • 1 cup (180g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Line an 8×8 or 9×9 inch baking pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Spray with cooking spray.
  • For the peanut butter layer: In a medium bowl, mix together the butter, gluten-free graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar and salt. Stir in the peanut butter until evenly combined.
  • Press the peanut butter mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  • For the chocolate topping: Add the peanut butter and chocolate to a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 1 minute until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth, stirring every 15 seconds.
  • Spread the chocolate topping over the peanut butter layer.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 5 days. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free graham crackers. Schar and Kinnikinnick are two brands I often use in recipes!
Dairy-Free: Use vegan butter and dairy-free chocolate chips.
To Make-Ahead: These easy dessert bars need a minimum of 2 hours in the fridge, but you can keep them in there for up to 5 days before serving!
To Store: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
To Freeze: These bars freeze well! Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Eat straight from the freezer or thaw in the fridge overnight.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 417kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 326mg | Potassium: 241mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 244IU | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 2mg