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Buckeye Bars

Decadent Buckeye Bars: 5-Ingredient No-Bake Delight

Indulge in delectable Buckeye Bars, a no-bake dessert that blends creamy peanut butter with rich chocolate, all made with just five ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Peanut Butter Layer
  • 1/2 cup Butter, softened Unsalted for better salt control.
  • 3 cups Peanut Butter, creamy Crunchy can be used for extra texture.
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar For sweetness and binding.
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Opt for pure for the best flavor.
For the Chocolate Topping
  • 12 ounces Chocolate Chips, semi-sweet Milk or dark chocolate optional.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Helps melt the chocolate smoothly.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • spatula
  • Parchment paper
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Buckeye Bars
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat together ½ cup of softened butter, 3 cups of creamy peanut butter, 4 cups of powdered sugar, and 1 ½ teaspoons of vanilla extract using an electric mixer until smooth and slightly crumbly.
  2. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Transfer the peanut butter mixture and press firmly into an even layer.
  3. Combine 12 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon of butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals until melted and smooth.
  4. Pour the melted chocolate over the pressed peanut butter layer and spread evenly using a spatula.
  5. Refrigerate the assembled Buckeye Bars for about 1 hour until the chocolate is firm.
  6. Lift the bars out using the parchment overhang, transfer to a cutting board, and slice into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture. Avoid over-melting the chocolate for a silky finish.

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