Description
No-bake Buckeye Bars with a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy peanut butter layer, and smooth chocolate topping. These rich, indulgent bars combine pantry staples for a quick treat perfect for gatherings or cravings.
Ingredients
1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 cup creamy peanut butter (not natural/separated style)
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup powdered sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1½ cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or foil, leaving overhang for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, mix graham crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar until resembling wet sand.
Press mixture firmly into pan bottom.
Chill for 10 minutes.
In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, melted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
Spread peanut butter layer over chilled crust using an offset spatula or spoon.
Chill for 20 minutes.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and butter.
Microwave in 20–30 second intervals, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
Pour melted chocolate over peanut butter layer and spread evenly.
Tap pan gently on counter to remove air bubbles.
Refrigerate until chocolate is fully set (at least 1–2 hours or overnight).
Slice into squares using a sharp knife, warming it under hot water and dry wiping for cleaner cuts.
Notes
Use a chilled knife for clean slices.
Refrigerating overnight improves texture.
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Halal-approved ingredients ensure suitability for non-meat eaters.
- Prep Time: 20
- Category: Featured
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg