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Peanut Butter Oreo Bars Recipe

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These Peanut Butter Oreo Bars combine a crunchy Oreo cookie crust with a creamy peanut butter layer and a rich chocolate topping, creating a decadent no-bake treat that’s perfect for dessert or snacking.

Ingredients

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Oreo Crust

  • 15 Oreo cookies (not double stuffed)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (42 grams), melted

Peanut Butter Layer

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (56 grams), softened
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (omit if using salted butter)
  • 1 cup smooth peanut butter
  • 1 2/3 cup powdered sugar (183 grams), sifted

Chocolate Layer

  • 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate (170 grams), or your favorite variety
  • 2 teaspoons shortening (or 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal later.
  2. Make the Oreo Crust: Crush the Oreo cookies including the filling until fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a freezer bag and crushing with a rolling pin. Mix the crushed Oreos with the melted butter until combined, then press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form an even crust layer.
  3. Prepare Peanut Butter Layer: Beat the softened butter and brown sugar together until smooth. Add the peanut butter and salt, beating until no lumps remain. Gradually add the powdered sugar about half a cup at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. The final mixture should be stiff enough not to stick to your fingers when squeezed.
  4. Assemble Peanut Butter Layer: Spoon the peanut butter mixture onto the Oreo crust and spread or press it evenly into an even layer using a spatula or a piece of wax paper.
  5. Melt Chocolate Layer: Chop the chocolate into small pieces and place them in a heatproof bowl. Microwave on medium power in 45-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is fully melted. Alternatively, melt the chocolate in a double boiler over low heat. Stir in the shortening or vegetable oil until smooth.
  6. Top with Chocolate: Pour the melted chocolate evenly over the peanut butter layer and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Set Bars: Allow the chocolate to harden at room temperature or in the fridge. Note that refrigerating may cause discoloration of the chocolate surface.
  8. Score for Slicing: When the chocolate is about 90% set but still slightly soft, score the surface with a thin, sharp knife along where you plan to cut the bars to prevent cracking.
  9. Slice and Serve: Once fully hardened, use the parchment or foil overhang to lift the bars from the pan, place on a cutting board, and cut into squares for serving.

Notes

  • Make sure to use smooth peanut butter for the best texture.
  • For easier slicing, scoring the chocolate before fully setting helps prevent cracks during cutting.
  • Storing bars in the fridge may cause some discoloration on the chocolate but will help them keep longer.
  • Using parchment or foil with an overhang makes removing the bars from the pan much simpler.

Keywords: Peanut Butter Oreo Bars, no-bake dessert, Oreo crust, peanut butter layer, chocolate topping, easy dessert bar

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