No-bake Peanut Butter Buckeye Bars Recipe
These No-bake Peanut Butter Buckeye Bars are the perfect combination of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate in every bite. With minimal ingredients and no baking required, these bars make an ideal dessert or snack. Enjoy a fuss-free recipe that's ready in minutes!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-2 hours
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes - 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or butter (optional, for smoother chocolate layer)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix peanut butter, melted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add graham cracker crumbs and stir until well combined. Press the mixture evenly into an 8x8-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper.
- Melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using) in the microwave or a double boiler until smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for 1-2 hours until the bars are firm. Slice into squares and serve.
Notes
- For a thicker chocolate layer, add an extra 1/2 cup of chocolate chips.
- To make slicing easier, run a knife under warm water before cutting the bars.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 100mg