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The Best Buckeye Bars

A rich, creamy no-bake peanut butter bar topped with smooth chocolate—an easy, irresistible twist on classic buckeye candies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert, No-Bake
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Peanut Butter Layer
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1.5 cups creamy peanut butter
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Chocolate Layer
  • 2 cups chocolate chips semi-sweet or milk
  • 2 tbsp peanut butter
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil optional for glossy finish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • 8x8 or 9x9 pan

Method
 

  1. Line an 8x8 or 9x9 pan with parchment paper.
  2. Beat butter and peanut butter until smooth.
  3. Add powdered sugar and vanilla; mix until thick.
  4. Press mixture into the prepared pan.
  5. Melt chocolate chips with peanut butter (and coconut oil) until smooth.
  6. Spread chocolate over the peanut butter layer.
  7. Chill for 2 hours or until firm.
  8. Slice and serve.

Notes

Use creamy peanut butter for best texture; store chilled for clean slices.