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The Ultimate No-Bake Buckeye Graham Crackers: Peanut Butter Chocolate Crunch Bars

Two rectangular buckeye graham crackers bars stacked, showing a crumbly base, peanut butter filling, and chocolate topping.
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Make these easy, no-bake Buckeye Graham Crackers that combine creamy peanut butter filling and rich chocolate coating on a crunchy graham cracker base. This simple dessert is perfect for quick snacks or crowd-pleasing party food.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 box (14.4 ounces) graham crackers, whole sheets
  • 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons shortening or coconut oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the peanut butter filling: In a medium bowl, beat together the peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  2. Assemble the bars: Place one whole graham cracker sheet on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread about 1 to 1.5 tablespoons of the peanut butter mixture evenly over the graham cracker. Top with a second whole graham cracker sheet to create a sandwich. Gently press the layers together.
  3. Cut the sandwiches: Slice each graham cracker sandwich into two equal rectangles. You should have 24 small bars total. Place these bars on a parchment-lined baking sheet and place them in the freezer for at least 30 minutes to firm up. This step is important for easy dipping.
  4. Melt the chocolate coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and shortening (or coconut oil). Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the chocolate is completely smooth and melted.
  5. Dip the bars: Remove the chilled bars from the freezer. Dip each bar into the melted chocolate, leaving a small portion of the peanut butter layer exposed at the top, mimicking the classic Buckeye candy look.
  6. Set the chocolate: Place the dipped bars back onto the parchment-lined sheet. Allow the chocolate to set completely at room temperature, or speed up the process by chilling them in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes.
  7. Serve or store: Serve immediately or store your **Peanut Butter Chocolate Bars** in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • For a slightly different texture, you can use crunchy peanut butter in the filling.
  • If you are making these for a large gathering, you can easily double the recipe.
  • These **No Bake Peanut Butter Treats** freeze very well. Store them in a freezer-safe container for up to three months.
  • If you prefer milk or dark chocolate, substitute the semi-sweet chips accordingly.

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