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No Bake Peanut Butter Buckeye Bars Recipe

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No Bake Peanut Butter Buckeye Bars are a delicious, easy-to-make treat featuring a creamy peanut butter base topped with a rich layer of melted chocolate. These bars require no baking and set quickly in the refrigerator, making them perfect for candy lovers seeking a simple yet indulgent dessert or snack.

Ingredients

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Peanut Butter Layer

  • ½ cup (113 grams) butter, softened
  • 2 cups (480 grams) creamy peanut butter
  • 3 ½ cups (420 grams) powdered confectioners sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons (7 ml) vanilla extract

Chocolate Layer

  • 2 cups (360 grams) chocolate chips or chunks (12 ounces)
  • 1 tablespoon (14 grams) butter or coconut oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare Peanut Butter Layer: Place ½ cup softened butter, 2 cups creamy peanut butter, 3 ½ cups powdered confectioners sugar, and 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract in a large bowl. Beat using an electric mixer until smooth. The mixture will be very thick and slightly crumbly.
  2. Form Base in Pan: Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper. Transfer the peanut butter dough into the pan and press it firmly and evenly into the dish to form the base layer.
  3. Melt Chocolate Layer: Place 2 cups chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the mixture is fully melted and smooth, about 1.5 minutes total.
  4. Spread Chocolate: Pour the melted chocolate evenly over the peanut butter base and gently spread it out to cover the surface completely.
  5. Set Bars: Let the bars sit at room temperature for 30 to 60 minutes until the chocolate has mostly set but is not fully hardened to avoid cracking during cutting.
  6. Refrigerate: Place the bars in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to fully chill and set before serving.
  7. Slice and Serve: Use the parchment paper to lift the bars out of the pan onto a cutting board. Slice into 26 large squares with a sharp knife and serve.

Notes

  • Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 month. Freeze individual portions for up to 4 months; thaw in the refrigerator for 24 hours before serving.
  • Cutting Tip: For best results, cut the bars when the chocolate is set but not fully hardened to prevent cracking.
  • Butter Recommendation: Due to higher water content in some butter brands like Land O’Lakes, which can soften the peanut butter layer and affect texture, brands such as Great Value and Aldi butter are preferred for this recipe.

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