Valentine’s Candy Bars
A delightful no-bake treat combining creamy peanut butter, silky chocolate, and buttery graham crackers, perfect for sharing on Valentine's Day.
Ingrédients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter Use smooth peanut butter for even texture.
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs Can substitute with gluten-free graham crackers.
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted Ensure the butter is fully melted for easy mixing.
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- 2 cups chocolate chips Use dairy-free chocolate for a vegan version.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients together. Measure out the creamy peanut butter, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
Making the Base
- In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth in texture.
- Transfer the mixture into an 8x8 inch lined baking dish. Press down firmly into an even layer.
Topping and Chilling
- Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler. Heat at 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly.
- Place the dish in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm up.
Serving
- After chilling, lift the bars out using the parchment paper edges and cut into squares or fun shapes.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. These bars can also be frozen for longer storage.