No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Creamy Peanut Butter
• 2 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs
• 2 cups Powdered Sugar
• 1 cup Unsalted Butter
• 1.5 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Line a 9x9 inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, and powdered sugar. Stir until well combined.

3. 3

   Stir in 1 cup of the peanut butter and the vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and thick.

4. 4

   Press the peanut butter mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.

5. 5

   In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and the remaining 1/2 cup of peanut butter.

6. 6

   Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.

7. 7

   Spread the chocolate mixture evenly over the peanut butter layer.

8. 8

   Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm, before lifting out of the pan and cutting into squares.