# **Peanut Butter Dream Bars: No-Bake Perfection**
Indulge in the ultimate peanut butter and chocolate experience with these **Peanut Butter Dream Bars**—a creamy, crunchy, no-bake treat that tastes like a Reese’s peanut butter cup meets cheesecake! With a buttery oat-graham crust, a velvety peanut butter filling, and a rich chocolate ganache topping, these bars are **easy to make, freezer-friendly, and absolutely irresistible.**
Perfect for **potlucks, gifting, or satisfying late-night cravings**, this dessert comes together in **just 20 minutes** (plus chilling time). Let’s dive in!
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## **Why You’ll Love This Recipe**
✅ **No-bake & easy** – No oven required! Just mix, layer, and chill.
✅ **Peanut butter & chocolate heaven** – Like a Reese’s cup in bar form.
✅ **Crunchy + creamy layers** – The perfect texture contrast.
✅ **Freezer-friendly** – Stays fresh for weeks!
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## **Ingredients (9×9-inch pan)**
### **For the Crust:**
– 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits)
– ½ cup rolled oats
– ½ cup (1 stick) melted butter
– ¼ cup brown sugar
### **For the Peanut Butter Filling:**
– 1 cup creamy peanut butter
– ½ cup powdered sugar
– ¼ cup heavy cream (or milk)
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
### **For the Chocolate Topping:**
– 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
– ¼ cup heavy cream (or 2 tbsp butter)
### **Optional Garnish:**
– Crushed peanuts
– Flaky sea salt
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## **Step-by-Step Instructions**
### **1. Make the Crust**
– In a bowl, mix **graham cracker crumbs, oats, melted butter, and brown sugar** until combined.
– Press firmly into a **lined 9×9-inch pan** and **chill for 10 minutes** to set.
### **2. Prepare the Peanut Butter Layer**
– In another bowl, **beat together peanut butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla** until smooth.
– Spread evenly over the crust.
### **3. Add the Chocolate Topping**
– Microwave **chocolate chips + cream** in **30-second bursts**, stirring until smooth.
– Pour over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly.
– Sprinkle with **crushed peanuts or flaky sea salt** (if using).
### **4. Chill & Slice**
– Refrigerate for **at least 2 hours** (or freeze for **30 minutes** for faster setting).
– Slice into **squares** and enjoy!
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## **Pro Tips for the Best Bars**
🍫 **Use high-quality chocolate** – It makes a huge difference in flavor!
🥜 **Extra crunch?** Mix chopped peanuts into the crust.
❄️ **Freeze for later** – Wrap bars individually for quick treats.
🍯 **For a sweeter filling**, add an extra ¼ cup powdered sugar.
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## **Final Thoughts**
These **Peanut Butter Dream Bars** are **decadent, easy, and impossible to resist**—the perfect no-fuss dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re making them for a party, a gift, or just because, they’re guaranteed to disappear fast!
**Ready to make them?** Grab your ingredients and let’s get mixing! 🥜🍫✨
**Tag us** if you try them—we’d love to see your creations! 📸
