Description

These No-Bake Peanut Butter Buckeye Bars are the ultimate chocolate and peanut butter treat! With a creamy peanut butter base and a smooth, rich chocolate topping, they’re easy to make and require no baking. Perfect for parties, holidays, or when you’re craving a simple, indulgent dessert!

Ingredients

Scale

For the Peanut Butter Layer:

1 cup creamy peanut butter
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

For the Chocolate Topping:

1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Peanut Butter Layer

In a large mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, melted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract (if using).
Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
Press the peanut butter mixture evenly into a 9×9-inch or 8×8-inch baking dish lined with parchment paper. Smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 2: Make the Chocolate Topping

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and butter (or coconut oil) in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer, spreading it evenly.

Step 3: Chill & Slice

Refrigerate the bars for 1-2 hours or until the chocolate is fully set.
Once firm, remove from the pan and cut into squares using a sharp, warm knife to prevent cracking.
Serve and enjoy!

Notes

For a firmer texture, refrigerate longer before slicing.
To prevent the chocolate from cracking, let the bars sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before cutting.
For a crunchier version, add ½ cup crushed graham crackers to the peanut butter layer.
Want extra flavor? Use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet chocolate!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Category: Desserts
Cuisine: america,

Nutrition

Serving Size: 16 people
Calories: ~250 kcal per bar

Keywords: No-Bake Peanut Butter Buckeye Bars, chocolate peanut butter bars, no-bake dessert, Buckeye bars, easy peanut butter bars, Reese’s bars