Description
Buckeye Bars are the ultimate no-bake dessert, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with minimal effort. These delightful bars feature a creamy peanut butter base topped with a rich chocolate ganache, offering a luxurious blend of flavors that will impress family and friends alike. With just five simple ingredients and quick preparation time, these bars are ideal for any occasion, from casual gatherings to special celebrations. Serve them chilled for a refreshing treat or customize with toppings like crushed nuts or sea salt for an added crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 3 cups creamy peanut butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 12-ounce package semi-sweet chocolate chips (about 2 cups)
- 1 tablespoon butter (for ganache)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine softened butter, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth.
- Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and press the peanut butter mixture evenly into the bottom.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon of butter in 30-second increments until smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least two hours before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (45g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg