Ingredients
Peanut Butter Layer
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Chocolate Topping
- 4 bars Ghirardelli semisweet chocolate (4 ounces each), broken into pieces
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Dish: Line a 13×9 inch baking sheet with foil and set aside for easy removal of bars later.
- Make Peanut Butter Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, powdered sugar, creamy peanut butter, and vanilla extract. Beat the mixture until it forms a thick dough-like consistency. Using your hands, press this dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Melt Chocolate Topping: Place the broken chocolate bars and 1 tablespoon of butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth. This usually takes about 1 ½ minutes total.
- Spread Chocolate Layer: Pour the melted chocolate mixture evenly over the peanut butter base, spreading it smoothly to cover the entire surface.
- Set the Bars: Allow the chocolate to set completely at room temperature or place in the refrigerator for faster setting before cutting into squares.
- Store and Serve: Keep the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to several days. Enjoy your delicious peanut butter bars!
Notes
- For easier removal, make sure to line the baking dish with foil and leave some overhang.
- You can substitute creamy peanut butter with natural peanut butter, but the texture may be slightly different.
- To speed up the chocolate setting process, refrigerate the bars after spreading the chocolate layer.
- These bars are perfect for parties and can be stored at room temperature without refrigeration for several days.
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor and smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
