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Chocolate Peanut Butter Dream Bars

Chocolate Peanut Butter Dream Bars

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 16 bars 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free (with gluten-free graham cracker crumbs substitution)

Description

Chocolate Peanut Butter Dream Bars are a luscious and indulgent dessert that perfectly balances rich semi-sweet chocolate with creamy peanut butter. These bars combine smooth textures and bold flavors, making them an easy and versatile treat ideal for snacks, desserts, or even sweet breakfasts. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they come together quickly and can be customized to meet various dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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Base

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Peanut Butter Layer

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Chocolate Topping

  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Base: Start by melting the unsalted butter and mixing it thoroughly with graham cracker crumbs and powdered sugar until fully combined to form a crust-like base. Press this mixture evenly into a lined baking pan to create a sturdy foundation.
  2. Create the Peanut Butter Layer: In a separate bowl, combine creamy peanut butter with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and spreadable. Gently spread this peanut butter mixture over the prepared base, smoothing it out evenly with a spatula.
  3. Melt the Chocolate: Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips slowly using a microwave in short bursts or a double boiler, stirring frequently until the chocolate is glossy and smooth, taking care not to burn it.
  4. Assemble and Chill: Pour the melted chocolate evenly over the peanut butter layer, spreading it to cover the entire surface. Refrigerate the assembled bars for at least two hours or until firm enough to cut cleanly into bars.
  5. Cut and Serve: After chilling, carefully remove the firm block from the pan and slice it into squares or rectangles. Serve and enjoy your decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Dream Bars.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients to help the peanut butter layer spread smoothly and evenly.
  • Melt chocolate slowly and gently to keep it glossy and prevent seizing.
  • Press the base mixture firmly to ensure it holds together and does not crumble when cut.
  • Refrigerate the bars properly to ensure neat slicing and ideal texture.
  • Use a sharp knife warmed with hot water and dried before slicing for clean cuts.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 140mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: chocolate peanut butter bars, no-bake dessert, peanut butter chocolate bars, easy dessert, gluten-free dessert option

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