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July 18, 2022 2 Comments

No-bake Double Peanut Butter Bars

Three no-bake double peanut butter bars stacked on each other sitting on top of three plates. Faded in the upper background are no-bake peanut butter bars cut into squares.Peanut butter heaven in every bite! The topping on these No-Bake Double Peanut Butter bars tastes like the center of a Reese’s Pieces candy. Drool… It’s the perfect accompaniment to the mixture of graham cracker crumbs, oatmeal, powdered sugar, and peanut butter bottom layer. You heard me right. Instead of making the bottom like the traditional Peanut Butter Cup Bars, I decided to add some oatmeal in with the graham cracker crumbs making them a little “healthy.” It also adds a nice texture that I think you’re going to love. 

I don’t know about you, but during the summer, I’m always looking for yummy no-bake treats that the kids can make on their own. This one totally fits that bill. The one thing they might need help with is using a powerful blender or food processor to pulse the oatmeal into tiny bits. As an option, you can leave the quick oats as is, but mincing them up makes the peanut butter bars more smooth.

A double peanut butter bar held by a hand with a bite out a corner. Faded in the background are more peanut butters stacked on a few plates and on parchment paper.My husband is a huge Reese’s Pieces fan and especially likes the egg ones they sell at Easter time. When I tasted the topping for these bars, I knew he was going to love it. It seriously tastes just like the center of a Reese’s Pieces candy. Now I know how they make those. 🙂

Whether it’s for a fun and easy treat the kids can make on their own, or you just need a peanut butter fix, this recipe is going to be one of your favorite go-to’s. I can’t wait for you to try it!

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STEP-BY-STEP photos on how to make No-bake Double Peanut Butter bars

15-photo picture collage of step-by-step photos on how to make No-Bake Double Peanut Butter Bars.Three cut peanut butter bars stacked offset on top of each other on top of several plates. Faded in the background are more cut double peanut butter bars on parchment paper.Frequently Asked Questions & Tips about how to make No-bake Peanut Butter Bars

how many graham crackers equal 1 cup of graham cracker crumbs?

Use approximately 6 graham crackers to make 1 cup of graham cracker crumbs.

Can I add the quick oatmeal without pulsing it in a blender or food processor? 

Yes, you can. I like to pulse them in the food processor into tiny bits because it makes the bars really smooth.

do you recommend using crunchy peanut butter?

Using creamy peanut butter makes for a very smooth bottom layer. If you like crunchy textures better, use crunchy peanut butter.

No-Bake Double Peanut Butter Bars cut into squares sitting on top of parchment paper.can i double this recipe?

Yes, you can double it. If you choose to double it, use a 9×13 pan.

Tips:
  • Line the 8×8 baking dish with parchment paper to easily take them out of the pan and cut them into bars.
  • Make sure to sift the powdered sugar so you won’t have any lumps of sugar in the bars.
  • If you are crushing the graham crackers to make the crumbs, place the graham crackers in a large Ziploc bag and use a rolling pin to crush them. Another alternative is to use a blender or food processor to make crumbs out of the graham crackers.

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  • 8×8 Glass Baking Dish
  • Parchment Paper
  • Measuring Cups
  • Blender
  • Food Processor
  • Microwave-safe Bowl

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No-bake Double Peanut Butter Bars
 
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Prep time
15 mins
Total time
15 mins
 
A snack for the kids or a fun and easy dessert. This No-bake Double Peanut Butter Bar recipe packs a peanut butter punch you will absolutely love!
Author: Maria
Recipe type: Dessert
Serves: 24 small bars
Ingredients
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (approx. 6 graham crackers)
  • 1¼ cup quick oatmeal (pulse in a blender or food processor until they're the size of the graham cracker crumbs)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • TOPPING:
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
Instructions
  1. Line an 8x8 glass baking dish with parchment paper and set aside. If you don't have parchment paper, you can spray it with cooking spray.
  2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, quick oatmeal crumbs, powdered sugar, creamy peanut butter, and melted butter.
  3. Mix well with a fork or spoon until all ingredients are completely incorporated.
  4. Transfer the mixture to the parchment-lined 8x8 pan and press down evenly with the back of a spoon or your hand.
  5. Next, in a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the cup of white chocolate chips and 2 tbsp of peanut butter. Heat in the microwave for 1 minute. Take out and stir. Heat again for 30 seconds and stir. Continue heating in 20-second increments and stirring until the mixture is melted and smooth.
  6. Pour the melted mixture onto the top of the bars and spread evenly over the top.
  7. Put directly in the fridge for 2-3 hours or until the top has set.
  8. Cut into squares and enjoy!
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2 Comments

  1. Sandia

    July 20, 2022 at 11:19 am

    Thanks for the recipe. It looks delish.
    I want to toast my oats first.
    I only have regular chocolate.
    Can I use natural peanut butter?
    What do you think?

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    • Maria

      July 23, 2022 at 4:53 am

      I think all of those things will still result in a delicious bar. I love the idea of toasting the oats.

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