Reese’s Peanut Butter No-Bake Bars Recipe
Reese’s Peanut Butter No-Bake Bars are an irresistible blend of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate, crafted without any baking. This quick and easy dessert features a smooth peanut butter base made with melted butter, powdered sugar, and graham cracker crumbs, topped with a luscious melted chocolate and peanut butter layer. Perfect for peanut butter and chocolate lovers, these bars are ideal for a quick treat, make-ahead snack, or homemade gift, requiring minimal effort while delivering maximum flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no baking required)
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes (includes chilling time)
- Yield: 16–20 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Peanut Butter Base:
- 1 cup (240g) creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups (250g) powdered sugar
- 2 cups (200g) graham cracker crumbs
For the Chocolate Topping:
- 1½ cups (260g) semisweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup (120g) creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and graham cracker crumbs. Stir thoroughly until smooth and evenly mixed. Press this mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish lined with parchment paper to form the base layer.
- Make the Chocolate Topping: Place the semisweet chocolate chips and creamy peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each, until the mixture is completely smooth and melted, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Assemble & Chill: Pour the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture evenly over the prepared peanut butter base. Smooth the top with a spatula. Refrigerate the assembled bars for at least 2 hours or until the chocolate topping is firm and set.
- Slice & Serve: Remove the bars from the refrigerator and allow them to sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes to soften slightly. Using a warm, sharp knife, cut the bars into squares or rectangles to serve. Enjoy immediately or store as desired.
Notes
- Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness.
- Freeze bars in a sealed container for up to 3 months; thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
- Substitute semisweet chocolate with milk or dark chocolate for flavor variation.
- Add chopped peanuts into the peanut butter base for extra crunch and texture.
- Use a sharp knife warmed under hot water and wiped dry before slicing to prevent cracking the chocolate topping.
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