No Bake Peanut Butter Squares Recipe

Cool down with these irresistible No-Bake Peanut Butter Squares! Perfect for a hot summer day, this recipe requires no oven time, making it a breeze to prepare. Kids will adore these sweet and salty treats, featuring a creamy peanut butter base, crunchy graham cracker crust, and a rich chocolate topping. Get ready for a flavor explosion that's easy to make and even easier to devour!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 219.1 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for No Bake Peanut Butter Squares

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How to Make No Bake Peanut Butter Squares

  1. Line an 9x9 inch square baking pan with aluminum foil, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, beat together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 cup creamy peanut butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract using an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
  3. Stir in 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs and 1/2 cup chopped peanuts.
  4. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared pan.
  5. In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1/4 cup peanut butter, stirring constantly until smooth and melted.
  6. Pour the melted chocolate mixture evenly over the peanut butter base.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until the chocolate is completely set.
  8. Lift the peanut butter squares out of the pan using the foil overhang.
  9. Peel away the foil.
  10. Cut into 36 squares (6x6 grid).
  11. Refrigerate for another 2 hours to allow the squares to fully firm up before serving.
  12. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

58g

Fat

31g

Carbs

6g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make No Bake Peanut Butter Squares?

No Bake Peanut Butter Squares takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in No Bake Peanut Butter Squares?

No Bake Peanut Butter Squares has approximately 219.1 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 23 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for No Bake Peanut Butter Squares?

The key ingredients for No Bake Peanut Butter Squares are Powdered Sugar, Butter, Peanut Butter, Vanilla, Graham Cracker Crumbs, Peanuts. See the full list with measurements above.

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