No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars Recipe Is Nutritious & Delicious (4 Ingredients, 15 Minutes) by Elisa Schmitz
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If you love chocolate peanut butter cups but are trying to eat healthier, then you may want to drop everything and make this recipe. This no-bake chocolate peanut butter bars recipe tastes just like a Reese's® peanut butter cup. Even better, it's packed with protein and fiber. Plus, it's very easy to make and the prep is only about 15 minutes. Too good to be true? Nope, it's for real.
My husband loves peanut butter cups, but I'm trying to help him eat healthy. That means getting in more protein and fiber whenever possible. Learn why protein is so important and read about the health benefits of fiber. This just may be the easiest chocolate peanut butter bars recipe ever, and it's as nutritious as it is delicious. The healthier peanut butter chocolate bars have only four ingredients and require no cooking other than melting the chocolate in a microwave. So simple! Plus check out the health benefits of peanut butter and the health benefits of dark chocolate.
To make these decadent no-bake peanut butter bars, here are the gluten-free ingredients you'll need to gather: peanut butter, almond flour, pure maple syrup and chocolate chips. First, mix the peanut butter with the almond flour and maple syrup. Then, press the mixture into a baking pan. Next, melt the chocolate in the microwave and spread it over the peanut butter mixture. Finally, refrigerate it for about 45 minutes before bringing it back to room temperature to slice into bars. Plus, check out the health benefits of almond flour and the health benefits of maple syrup.
Serve these satisfying peanut butter chocolate treats for dessert on a special occasion, or any day of the week. They also make an energizing snack with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee or tea any time of day. They look very impressive but they're such simple goodness.
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 13 minutes plus 45 minutes to chill and 15 minutes to return to room temperature
Cook Time: 90 seconds
Total Time: 15 minutes plus chilling and resting time
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 2 cups peanut butter (crunchy or creamy)
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 1/2 cups chocolate chips (semisweet chocolate chips, dark chocolate chips or a combination)
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter (optional)
Here's how to make it:
- In a 13x9-inch baking pan, spread out a piece of parchment paper with a bit of overhang. In a large mixing bowl, add the peanut butter, almond flour and maple syrup. Stir to combine. (I used crunchy peanut butter, but you also could use creamy.)
- Spread the mixture onto the parchment paper and, using a large spoon, small spatula or even your clean hands, press it evenly across the bottom and into the corners, ensuring it's evenly distributed.
- In a large, microwave-safe bowl, add the chocolate chips. Microwave the chips for 30 seconds, then remove and stir. Microwave for another 30 seconds, then remove and stir again. At this point, the chocolate may be mostly melted, and you can keep stirring until all chips are completely melted. But because microwaves vary, you may need an additional 30 seconds of microwaving time. Just be sure not to cook it too long because it will continue to melt even after you remove it from the microwave. If you'd like your chocolate topping to be on the softer side, you can add 3/4 cup of creamy peanut butter to it. If yes, then now is the time. Add the 3/4 cup of peanut butter to the melted chocolate and stir until smooth. (You can use dark chocolate or semisweet chocolate chips, or a combination of the two. I did not add peanut butter because we like our chocolate layer to be firmer, like a chocolate bar.)
- Spread the melted chocolate over the peanut butter mixture.
- Ensure it's evenly distributed. It should be smooth and glossy.
- Place the pan in the refrigerator until chocolate is set, about 45 minutes.
- Allow to return to room temperature before slicing into bars. (I cut mine into 12 bars, but you could easily make 15 bars or more from this recipe.)
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer. Allow to return to room temperature before serving.
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