Four-Ingredient No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

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Decadent no-bake bars layered with rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter, made with just four simple ingredients. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, layers graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, unsalted butter into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 16, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Serves 16 American cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 1 cup powdered sugar, 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, and 1 cup creamy peanut butter. Stir vigorously until the mixture forms a thick, even dough.
  2. Step 2: Press the peanut butter mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of an 8x8-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper. Set aside.
  3. Step 3: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and glossy.
  4. Step 4: Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter base and spread evenly with a spatula. Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours until firm.
  5. Step 5: Once set, cut into 16 squares and serve chilled for a simple, indulgent treat.

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