Easy Chocolate Peanut Bars Recipe

No-bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars: Indulge in this incredibly easy and decadent dessert, perfect for potlucks, bake sales, or satisfying your sweet tooth! This recipe from Southern Living magazine is a crowd-pleaser with its rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter combination. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 147.4 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Chocolate Peanut Bars

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How to Make Easy Chocolate Peanut Bars

  1. Beat 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter and 1 cup creamy peanut butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until well combined.
  2. Add 3 cups powdered sugar and 1 1/2 cups finely crushed vanilla wafer crumbs.
  3. Beat until thoroughly mixed and the dough comes together.
  4. Press the mixture evenly into a lightly greased 13 x 9 inch baking dish lined with wax paper, creating an even layer.
  5. In a medium saucepan over low heat, stir together 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate morsels and 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream until melted and smooth, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
  6. Pour the melted chocolate mixture evenly over the peanut butter base.
  7. Refrigerate for at least one hour, or until completely firm.
  8. Remove from the refrigerator and let stand at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to slightly soften before cutting.
  9. Cut into 48 bars and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

53g

Fat

22g

Carbs

5g