Description
Indulgent buckeye bars blend rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter in a heavenly Ohio-inspired dessert. Sweet layers of smooth peanut butter filling and chocolate ganache create a nostalgic treat you’ll savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Secondary Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Craft a luscious base by whipping together creamy peanut butter, silky melted butter, powdered sugar, and aromatic vanilla until achieving a velvety, uniform consistency.
- Carefully transfer the mixture into a parchment-lined 8×8-inch baking dish, gently pressing and smoothing the surface to create an even, compact layer.
- Employ a microwave-safe vessel to melt chocolate chips and additional peanut butter, utilizing short 20-second intervals and stirring meticulously to ensure a glossy, seamless chocolate coating.
- Pour the molten chocolate mixture over the prepared peanut butter foundation, using a spatula to distribute the layer evenly and create a harmonious marbled effect.
- Transfer the assembled dessert to the refrigerator, allowing it to rest and solidify for a minimum of two hours, ensuring the bars achieve a firm, slice-able texture.
- Once thoroughly chilled, extract the dessert from the refrigerator and utilize the parchment paper to lift the entire creation from the baking dish.
- With a sharp knife, precisely cut the dessert into uniform squares, revealing the tantalizing layers of rich peanut butter and decadent chocolate.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for future indulgence, enjoying the perfect balance of sweet and nutty flavors.
Notes
- Swap traditional peanut butter for almond or sunflower seed butter to accommodate nut allergies or create a different flavor profile.
- Use dark chocolate chips for a richer, slightly less sweet version that provides antioxidant benefits.
- Line the baking dish carefully with parchment paper, allowing extra overhang for easy removal and clean cutting of bars.
- Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing and more consistent texture, preventing lumpy or separated layers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg