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Buckeye Bar Recipe: A No-Bake Peanut Butter & Chocolate Delight Recipe

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  • Author: Sophie
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 16 bars 1x

Description

This no-bake Buckeye Bar recipe combines creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate for a delightfully sweet and easy-to-make treat. Featuring a smooth peanut butter base mixed with graham cracker crumbs and topped with a luscious chocolate layer, these bars are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without turning on the oven.

Ingredients

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Peanut Butter Base

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups creamy peanut butter
  • 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs

Chocolate Topping

  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup butter

Instructions

  1. Mix the Peanut Butter Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter and creamy peanut butter until smooth and well blended.
  2. Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and graham cracker crumbs until the mixture is smooth and uniform in texture.
  3. Press into Pan: Evenly press the peanut butter mixture into a greased 9×13-inch pan, ensuring it is compact and level to form a solid base layer.
  4. Melt Chocolate and Butter: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips together with 1/4 cup butter, stirring frequently until the mixture is completely smooth and glossy.
  5. Top the Bars: Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer, spreading it evenly to cover the entire surface.
  6. Chill to Set: Refrigerate the assembled bars for at least 2 hours or until the chocolate topping is firm and the bars hold their shape.
  7. Serve: Once set, cut the bars into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy this rich and satisfying no-bake treat!

Notes

  • Use creamy peanut butter for the best texture and consistency.
  • Pressing the peanut butter mixture firmly into the pan helps prevent crumbly bars.
  • Ensure the chocolate topping is completely cooled before cutting to avoid melting.
  • Store bars in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and firmness.
  • For a nut-free variation, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter and check chocolate for nut-free labeling.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Buckeye Bars, no-bake dessert, peanut butter bars, chocolate peanut butter bars, easy desserts, chocolate bars, no bake treats

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