No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Slice with Sea Salt
A luscious no-bake dessert bar combining rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and a hint of sea salt for contrast. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 25 minutes layers creamy peanut butter, (113 g) unsalted butter, powdered sugar 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 280 calories and feeds 12, 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.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 tsp sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides for easy removal.
- Step 2: In a medium saucepan, melt 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter and 1 cup creamy peanut butter together over low heat, stirring frequently until smooth and combined, about 3-4 minutes.
- Step 3: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 2 cups powdered sugar and 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs until fully incorporated and a thick dough forms.
- Step 4: Press this peanut butter mixture evenly into the prepared pan using a spatula or your hands.
- Step 5: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between, until melted and smooth, about 1-1.5 minutes total.
- Step 6: Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly with a spatula.
- Step 7: Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon sea salt flakes evenly over the chocolate layer.
- Step 8: Refrigerate the dessert for at least 2 hours until the chocolate is firm.
- Step 9: Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the dessert out of the pan and cut into 12 squares before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Slice with Sea Salt take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Slice with Sea Salt?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Slice with Sea Salt?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Slice with Sea Salt for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Slice with Sea Salt?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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