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peanut butter bars

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Amy H.
Detroit, MI

These are a tradition in my husband's family and one of his "must have" holiday treats.

(1 rating)
yield 15 -20
prep time 20 Min
method Refrigerate/Freeze

Ingredients For peanut butter bars

  • 1 c
    butter, melted
  • 2 c
    graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 c
    confectioners' sugar
  • 1 c
    peanut butter
  • 3/4 c
    semisweet chocolate chips
  • 3/4 c
    milk chocolate chips

How To Make peanut butter bars

  • 1
    In a medium bowl, mix together the butter or margarine, graham cracker crumbs, confectioners' sugar, and 1 cup peanut butter until well blended. Press evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 9x13 inch pan.
  • 2
    In a metal bowl over simmering water, or in the microwave, melt the chocolate chips with the peanut butter, stirring occasionally until smooth.
  • 3
    Spread over the prepared crust. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours and then let sit at room temp for 20 minutes before cutting into squares.
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