Here’s a simple and quick homemade dessert you can make with just 5 ingredients. One of the easiest and tastiest options is No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars. They’re delicious, require minimal effort, and are perfect when you need a sweet treat in a hurry.
No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars (5 ingredients)
Ingredients:
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1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
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2 cups powdered sugar
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1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or use crushed digestive biscuits)
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1 1/2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
Instructions:
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Mix the Base:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and peanut butter. Stir well until they are fully combined.
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Add the powdered sugar and graham cracker crumbs. Mix until smooth and the mixture has a dough-like consistency.
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Press the Mixture:
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Line a baking pan (8×8-inch or 9×9-inch) with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
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Press the peanut butter mixture evenly into the pan, smoothing it down with a spatula to form the base.
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Melt the Chocolate:
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In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until fully melted and smooth.
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Pour the Chocolate:
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Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter mixture, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
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Chill and Serve:
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Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours or until the chocolate has hardened.
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Once chilled, cut into squares or rectangles and serve.
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Why This Works:
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5 ingredients make it super simple!
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The peanut butter provides richness and flavor, while the graham crackers give it a nice texture.
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The chocolate topping adds a decadent finish.
This dessert is no-bake, takes very little time to prepare, and is loved by kids and adults alike. Enjoy!