No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars (Gluten-Free)
Creamy peanut butter, rich chocolate, and no oven required? Yes, please!
These No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars are one of those simple desserts that disappear fast. With a buttery peanut butter layer topped with smooth chocolate, they taste a little like a homemade peanut butter cup—only easier.
And the best part? You can have these mixed together in about 15 minutes. Perfect for warm summer days when turning on the oven sounds about as appealing as pulling weeds at noon in July.
Whether you’re serving them at a cookout, taking them to a family gathering, or sneaking one with an afternoon cup of tea (I won’t tell 😉), these easy no-bake bars are sure to become a favorite.
Why You’ll Love These No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars
Bridget’s Recipe Tips
Peanut Butter:
I like to use Skippy Natural Peanut Butter for these bars. A creamy peanut butter works best for a smooth filling.
Gluten-Free Tip:
Be sure to use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs to keep this recipe gluten-free.
Not Gluten-Free?
No problem! Simply replace the gluten-free graham cracker crumbs with regular graham cracker crumbs.
No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup gluten-free graham cracker crumbs
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter divided
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, gluten-free graham cracker crumbs, and confectioners’ sugar until combined. Stir in 1 cup peanut butter until smooth. Press evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- In a double boiler, melt the chocolate chips and remaining 2 tablespoons peanut butter, stirring until smooth. Spread evenly over the peanut butter layer.
- Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Let sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before cutting into squares.
Notes
These creamy little bars are perfect for summer gatherings, backyard cookouts, or simply keeping tucked in the refrigerator when you want a little something sweet. Just don’t be surprised if everyone asks for the recipe!
Looking for another easy summer dessert? My Gluten-Free Angel Food Cake is light, airy, and perfect for warm-weather gatherings.
From my happy, healthy home to yours,
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