Description
Silky no-bake peanut butter buckeye bars blend Ohio’s classic confection with creamy chocolate and nutty richness. Chilled layers of sweet peanut butter and smooth chocolate create an irresistible treat you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
Binding Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening
Instructions
- Blend peanut butter, melted butter, powdered sugar, and graham cracker crumbs in a mixing bowl until achieving a uniform, silky consistency.
- Transfer the mixture into a lined 9×13-inch baking dish, using a spatula to create an even, compact layer with smooth surface.
- Gently melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in a microwave or double boiler, stirring periodically to ensure a glossy, smooth texture.
- Carefully pour the molten chocolate over the peanut butter base, tilting the pan to distribute an even chocolate coating across the entire surface.
- Place the dish in the refrigerator for 60-90 minutes, allowing the chocolate to solidify and the layers to set completely.
- Remove from refrigerator and slice into uniform rectangular bars using a sharp knife, cleaning the blade between cuts for precise edges.
- Serve directly from the refrigerator to maintain the bars’ firm texture and cool temperature.
Notes
- Customize the sweetness by adjusting powdered sugar to taste, ensuring the perfect balance for your palate.
- Swap graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or oat flour for a celiac-friendly version.
- Use dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor profile or white chocolate for a sweeter twist on the classic buckeye bars.
- Enhance texture by adding chopped nuts like peanuts or almonds into the peanut butter mixture for extra crunch and depth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg