No-bake Peanut Butter Buckeye Bars Recipe
These No-bake Peanut Butter Buckeye Bars bring a delightful twist to classic buckeyes. Featuring layers of creamy peanut butter filling topped with a smooth chocolate layer, these bars are a perfect treat for peanut butter and chocolate lovers. Quick and easy, they don’t require an oven, making them an ideal dessert option for busy days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours (refrigeration)
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars
- Category: Dessert
- 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
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, melted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Press the peanut butter mixture into a lined baking pan, spreading evenly.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the chocolate mixture over the peanut butter layer and smooth out with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for 2 hours or until set. Slice into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- Store in the refrigerator to keep bars firm.
- Use crunchy peanut butter for added texture.
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top for a sweet-salty flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 85 mg