Indulge in these rich and chewy peanut butter bars that are perfect for a quick and satisfying treat. Made with simple ingredients and topped with a creamy chocolate frosting, these bars are a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups of graham cracker crumbs
- 2 cups of powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups of semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup of milk
- 1/4 cup of unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, softened butter, graham cracker crumbs, and powdered sugar. Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking pan, forming an even layer.
- In a saucepan, melt the chocolate chips, milk, and butter over low heat. Stir constantly until smooth and well combined. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the chocolate mixture over the peanut butter layer, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours or until the chocolate is set.
- Once chilled, cut into bars and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Interesting Facts
Peanut butter was first introduced as a protein-rich food for patients with bad teeth in the early 1900s.
The average American consumes about 3 pounds of peanut butter per year.
Peanut butter is an excellent source of healthy fats, protein, and vitamin E.