If you’re looking for a quick and easy treat that satisfies your sweet tooth without turning on the oven, these no-bake chocolate peanut butter bars are just what you need. They come together in minutes with simple ingredients you probably already have in your pantry, and the result is a chewy, chocolatey, peanut-packed bar that tastes like pure comfort. I love that they strike the perfect balance between indulgent and practical—sweet enough to feel like dessert, but hearty enough to pass as a snack.
These bars will quickly become a favorite after-school treat. Kids love the rich chocolate layer and the crunch of peanuts, while I love that I can whip them up in advance and store them in the fridge for the week. No fancy equipment, no fuss, and definitely no baking—just a simple, delicious snack you can feel good about sharing. Whether you’re packing them into lunchboxes, serving them with a cold glass of milk, or sneaking one for yourself with a cup of coffee, these no-bake chocolate peanut butter bars are sure to become a go-to recipe in your kitchen.
Ingredients:
- Brown Butter— 1/2 cup
- Crushed Graham Crackers— 1 cup
- Powdered Sugar— 2 cups
- Peanut Butter— 1 cup
- Salt— 1 teaspoon
- Cinnamon— 1 teaspoon
- Vanilla Extract— 1 tablespoon
- Almond Extract— 1/4 teaspoon
- Chocolate Chips— 1 cup
What You’ll Need
- Mixing Bowl
- 8×8 Brownie Pan
- Aluminum Foil
How to Make No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
- Sift powdered sugar into a large mixing bowl then stir in cooled brown butter, peanut butter, graham crackers, salt, cinnamon, vanilla extract,
- Line an 8×8 pan with aluminum foil then pat mixture evenly into the pan.
- Now melt the chocolate chips then pour over peanut butter forming an even layer.
- Allow the bars to cool to room temperature then cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate. Chocolate may crack if it hasn’t fully cooled before refrigerating.
- Chill bars for an hour then slice and enjoy!
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