Peanut Butter Squares

Indulge in the rich and irresistible sweetness of Peanut Butter Squares—a no-bake treat that combines creamy peanut butter, buttery graham cracker crumbs, and a smooth chocolate-peanut butter topping. Perfect for busy days, this dessert comes together in just 20 minutes of prep time, requiring no oven at all. Each delectable square features a thick and crumbly base, beautifully paired with a luscious, glossy chocolate layer. With simple pantry ingredients like powdered sugar and semi-sweet chocolate chips, these peanut butter squares make for an easy yet decadent dessert that’s perfect for parties, potlucks, or anytime cravings. Cut into 16 bite-sized portions, they’re equally convenient for serving and storing. Whether enjoyed chilled or at room temperature, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
• 2 cups Powdered sugar
• 2 cups Graham cracker crumbs
• 1.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.25 cup Peanut butter (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Grease and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang to make it easier to lift out the squares later.

Step 2

In a medium microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter in the microwave for 30-second intervals until fully melted.

Step 3

Add the creamy peanut butter to the melted butter and mix until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Stir in the powdered sugar and graham cracker crumbs. Mix thoroughly until you have a thick and even mixture.

Step 5

Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared baking pan using a spatula or the back of a spoon.

Step 6

In another microwave-safe bowl, add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1/4 cup of peanut butter for topping. Microwave in 20-second increments, stirring in between, until fully melted and glossy.

Step 7

Pour the chocolate-peanut butter topping over the base layer in the pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Refrigerate the pan for at least 2 hours or until the layers are firm and set.

Step 9

Once chilled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift out the entire square block. Place it on a cutting board and slice it into 16 even squares.

Step 10

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1148.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5759.0

Total Fat 338.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 132.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 248mg	0%
Sodium 2777.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 661.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.8g	0%
Total Sugars 457.7g
Protein 108.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 334.5mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 2270.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.7%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 43.2%