Hallelujah Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars Recipe

Indulge in heavenly chocolate peanut butter bars! This easy recipe combines the perfect balance of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter. A simple no-bake process with a short baking step makes it perfect for beginner bakers. Plan ahead for chilling time – these bars are best enjoyed after at least 2 hours in the fridge to achieve the perfect texture. Get ready for a flavor explosion that will leave you saying 'Hallelujah!'

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 159 mins
Calories 129.8 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hallelujah Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

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How to Make Hallelujah Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs, ½ cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter, and ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder. Mix well.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 13x9x2-inch baking pan.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool completely.
  5. In a medium saucepan, melt 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips and ⅔ cup (1 ½ sticks) unsalted butter over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth.
  6. Spread half of the melted chocolate mixture evenly over the cooled graham cracker crust.
  7. Chill for 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is set.
  8. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup creamy peanut butter, ¾ cup (1 ½ sticks) unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  9. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth.
  10. Gradually add 3 cups powdered sugar, beating on low speed until combined. Stir in any remaining powdered sugar until smooth.
  11. Spread the peanut butter mixture evenly over the chocolate layer.
  12. Spread the remaining melted chocolate mixture evenly over the peanut butter layer.
  13. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
  14. Cut into bars. Makes approximately 60 bars.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

38g

Fat

24g

Carbs

3g