Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars
Servings 16 - 20 (depending on size)
Equipment
- 9 x 9-inch Glass Baking Dish
- Food Processor
- Sharp Knife
Ingredients
Bars:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup salted butter cubed
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs about 15 graham cracker sheets, crushed into fine crumbs
- 1¾ cups powdered sugar
Chocolate & Peanut Butter Layer:
- 10 oz dark chocolate melting wafers
- 3 tbsp creamy peanut butter
- 1 tsp coconut oil
Optional Toppings:
- Crushed peanuts optional
- Flaky sea salt optional
Instructions
- Line a 9 x 9-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easier removal.
- Make the bars by melting the creamy peanut butter and salted butter until melted, about 1 minute. Stir in the vanilla until well combined.
- Prepare the graham crackers by using a food processor to crush them into fine crumbs.
- Add the graham cracker crumbs and powdered sugar, and stir until well combined.
- Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Refrigerate while you prepare the chocolate & peanut butter topping.
- Make the chocolate & peanut butter topping by combining the melting wafers, peanut butter, and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and fully melted.
- Pour the chocolate & peanut butter mixture over the graham cracker base and spread evenly. Sprinkle the top with crushed peanuts and flaky sea salt, if desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
- Once set, slice into bars and serve chilled.
- Store in an airtight container, layers separated by parchment paper. Enjoy.