Heavenly Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

Peanut butter was invented in the late 19th century by a doctor who was looking for a protein-rich food source for his patients with poor teeth.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 105 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Heavenly Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 45 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 150 gram Butter
• 1.5 cup Graham cracker crumbs
• 1 cup Peanut butter
• 2 cup Powdered sugar
• 1.5 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in the graham cracker crumbs until well combined.
3. Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Spread the peanut butter mixture over the crust in the baking dish.
5. In a small saucepan, heat the chocolate chips, heavy cream, and vanilla extract over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth and well combined.
6. Pour the chocolate mixture over the peanut butter layer in the baking dish, spreading it evenly.
7. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until set.
8. Cut into bars and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 18g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.