Peanut Butter Delights (Cleary)

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Creamy peanut butter bars with a chocolate topping and graham cracker crust
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Peanut Butter Delights (Cleary)

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 716.9

Description

These Peanut Butter Delights are a classic no-bake treat that combines a rich, creamy peanut butter filling with a crunchy graham cracker base, all topped with a smooth layer of melted chocolate. The texture is perfectly balanced between the firmness of the crust and the softness of the peanut butter layer. They are sweet but not overpowering, making them an ideal dessert for potlucks, family gatherings, or a quick afternoon snack. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this recipe requires no oven time, just patience for chilling. The combination of peanut butter, powdered sugar, and butter creates a fudge-like consistency that pairs beautifully with the semi-sweet chocolate topping.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs in a large bowl.
  2. Add creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and melted butter to the graham cracker crumbs.
  3. Mix well until the mixture is uniform and holds together when pressed.
  4. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch glass pan.
  5. Melt chocolate chips in the top of a double boiler over low heat, stirring occasionally until smooth.
  6. Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the peanut butter layer.
  7. Refrigerate until the chocolate topping is set but not completely hard, then cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 716.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 35.0g54%
Saturated Fat 17.8g89%
Cholesterol 10.8mg4%
Sodium 232.3mg10%
Total Carbohydrate 86.8g29%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g27%
Sugars 65.6g
Protein 8.1g17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Ensure the peanut butter is creamy for the best texture; natural or chunky peanut butter may result in a grainier filling.

For easier cleanup, line the 9x13 inch pan with parchment paper before pressing in the crust.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

If the chocolate is too thick to spread, microwave it for 10-15 seconds to loosen it up.

For a vegan version, ensure the chocolate chips and butter substitutes are plant-based.

Keywords: peanut butter, chocolate, graham crackers, no bake, bars, dessert, easy, snack, sweet, potluck, chocolate chips, powdered sugar, cream, crust, treats, classic, homemade, indulgent, chilling, layered
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