Description
Discover the ultimate indulgence with our Halfway to Heaven Peanut Butter Bars. This recipe combines a buttery graham cracker base with a creamy peanut butter layer, topped off with a luscious semisweet chocolate ganache. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, these bars are easy to make and ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Peanut Butter Bars:
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
2 cups powdered sugar
1 cup creamy peanut butter
For the Chocolate Ganache:
1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Bars:
- Line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, and 1 cup peanut butter. Mix until well combined.
- Press the mixture evenly into the prepared dish.
- Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and 1/4 cup peanut butter.
- Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and fully melted.
- Assemble and Chill:
- Pour the chocolate ganache over the peanut butter layer, spreading evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until set.
- Serve:
- Cut into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate chips.
Add a pinch of sea salt on top of the ganache before chilling for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 bars
- Calories: 300 kcal per bar
