Description
Indulge in the decadent combination of chocolate and peanut butter with these irresistible Chocolate Peanut Butter Dream Bars. A buttery graham cracker crust, creamy peanut butter layer, and rich chocolate topping make these bars a dreamy dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Base:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the Peanut Butter Layer:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
For the Chocolate Topping:
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare Base: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, and granulated sugar. Press into a 9×13-inch pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool.
- Make the Peanut Butter Layer: Combine peanut butter, powdered sugar, and softened butter. Spread over the base.
- Prepare the Chocolate Topping: Melt chocolate chips, heavy cream, and butter. Pour over the peanut butter layer.
- Chill & Serve: Refrigerate bars for at least 2 hours. Cut into 24 bars and enjoy!
Notes
- You can sprinkle chopped peanuts or chocolate shavings on top for extra flair.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Chocolate Peanut Butter Dream Bars, Dessert Recipe, Peanut Butter Bars, Chocolate Bars
