Peanut Butter Bars Recipe

You’re sure to go nuts for this easy peanut butter bars recipe which has just five simple ingredients. Rich, sweet, and creamy, these chocolatey peanut butter squares only take ten minutes to make (plus chilling time). 

No Bake Peanut Butter Bars Ingredients

Peanut Butter Bars Recipe Substitutions And Additions

GRAHAM CRACKERS: If you can’t get these where you live, the nearest alternative would be digestive biscuits. 

POWDERED SUGAR: This is also known as confectioner’s sugar or icing sugar. You could use regular granulated sugar in a pinch, but your bars might not be as dense. 

SEMI-SWEET CHOCOLATE CHIPS: As these will be melted down, you could use block chocolate instead.

Milk chocolate chips or even dark chocolate would be a nice alternative to try instead of semi-sweet. 

CREAMY PEANUT BUTTER: We like to use smooth peanut butter for these no-bake bars, but you may prefer the crunchy peanut butter variety. 

CHOPPED PEANUTS: As an optional extra, you could sprinkle chopped peanuts on top of the bars before chilling.

How To Make Peanut Butter Bars

To make these treats, you’ll start with the creamy peanut butter layer followed by the rich chocolatey later.

STEP ONE: Using either a stand mixer or an electric mixer, combine the melted butter, powdered sugar, and graham cracker crumbs.

STEP TWO: When it’s well combined, add in the 1¼ cups of peanut butter and mix again. 

STEP THREE:  Line a 9×9 square pan with parchment paper and spray it with cooking spray. Evenly spread the peanut butter mixture into the dish.

STEP FOUR: In a heat-safe bowl, add the chocolate chips and the remaining three tablespoons of peanut butter.

Microwave for 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval until the peanut butter and melted chocolate mixture is smooth. 

STEP FOUR: Spread the chocolate layer over the peanut butter base. 

STEP FIVE: Cut into servings with a sharp knife, cover the pan with plastic wrap, and then place into the refrigerator to chill for one hour. 

STEP SIX: Remove from the refrigerator and let sit for ten minutes before serving at room temperature. 

How To Serve No Bake Peanut Butter Bars

Peanut butter lovers will go wild over these rich and creamy bars. Add a cold iced tea or warm homemade hot chocolate to wash down these decadent treats.

They would be a quick and easy snack to whip up for when the hungry kids come home from school.

Enjoy your morning coffee or latte with a side of these bars. The bars’ rich peanut butter taste harmonizes wonderfully with the bold flavor of your favorite brew.

For more chocolate and peanut butter desserts, take a look at our peanut butter balls and these yummy peanut butter brownies.

Storing Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

Let’s talk about how to store them to keep their delightful flavors and textures intact.

MAKE AHEAD: The good news is that these bars are a fantastic option for making ahead of time.

You can prepare them, cut them into bars, and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

When you’re ready to serve, they’re all set to go.

IN THE FRIDGE: No-bake chocolate peanut butter bars will keep in the fridge for up to a week in an airtight container.

IN THE FREEZER: If you’d like to freeze this peanut butter treat recipe, then you can transfer the bars to a freezer-safe container once they’re chilled.

If you store them on top of each other, add a sheet of parchment paper between each layer to prevent them from sticking together.

They’ll keep for up to three months.

Why We Love This Recipe

We love these bars for so many reasons:

QUICK AND EASY: These bars come together in no time with minimal effort, making them a perfect choice for busy days or last-minute sweet cravings.

IRRESISTIBLE PEANUT BUTTER FLAVOR: The rich and creamy peanut butter filling is the star of the show, providing a luscious and nutty taste that peanut butter enthusiasts will adore.

NO-BAKE CONVENIENCE: No need to turn on the oven for this recipe. The no-bake method means you can enjoy homemade treats without heating up your kitchen.

Easy No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

This chewy peanut butter bars recipe is so easy to make and great to have in the fridge for after-school snacks. You could also serve them with ice cream as a yummy dessert.