Peanut Butter Bars

Preparation Time

15 minutes

Servings

12 bars

Cost

5

Peanut Butter Bars

Ingredients

1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter

1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted

2 cups (200g) powdered sugar

1 1/2 cups (180g) graham cracker crumbs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup (175g) semisweet chocolate chips

2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Base

In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, melted butter, powdered sugar, graham cracker crumbs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined and smooth.

Step 2: Press into Pan

Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch (23x33cm) baking dish lined with parchment paper.

Step 3: Melt Chocolate

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and vegetable oil in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

Step 4: Spread Chocolate

Spread the melted chocolate over the peanut butter mixture in the baking dish.

Step 5: Chill

Refrigerate the bars for at least 1 hour, or until the chocolate is set.

Step 6: Cut and Serve

Cut into bars and serve. Enjoy!