Description
Indulge in these No-Bake Peanut Butter Buckeye Bars, a delightful dessert featuring layers of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate, inspired by classic Buckeye candies. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion, these bars require no baking and come together in just a few simple steps. Enjoy them as a sweet treat or a crowd-pleasing dessert!
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups peanut butter
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tbsp butter (for chocolate layer)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, melted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and press the peanut butter mixture evenly into the dish.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips with 2 tablespoons of butter in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer, spreading it evenly.
- Refrigerate for about 1 hour until the chocolate is firm, then slice into bars and serve.
Notes
You can substitute milk or dark chocolate chips for semi-sweet chocolate if desired.
For added texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts or mini chocolate chips into the peanut butter layer.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16 bars
- Calories: 320 kcal
