Description
Disneyland Peanut Butter Sandwich Bars are a delightful no-bake treat combining creamy peanut butter filling sandwiched between crunchy graham crackers and layered with rich melted chocolate. These bars are perfect for parties, snacks, or a sweet indulgence and require minimal preparation time with no oven needed.
Ingredients
Scale
Peanut Butter Filling
- ¾ cup (200g) creamy peanut butter
- 4 tablespoons (57g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ – 2 cups (160-226g) powdered sugar
Other Ingredients
- 10-12 graham cracker sheets
- 2 cups (340g) chocolate chips
- 3 tablespoons shortening
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line a 9×9-inch square pan with foil or parchment paper and spray it lightly with nonstick cooking spray to ensure easy removal of the bars.
- Make Peanut Butter Mixture: Using a hand mixer, beat together the creamy peanut butter, softened butter, salt, and 1 ½ cups (160g) of powdered sugar until smooth. The mixture will initially be crumbly. Check the texture by seeing if it forms a ball easily without being sticky. If it falls apart, add up to another ½ cup (57g) of powdered sugar to reach the correct consistency. Typically, about 1 ¾ cups (203g) of powdered sugar is used.
- Melt Chocolate: Place chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- First Layer Assembly: Arrange half of the graham cracker sheets in a single layer on the bottom of the prepared pan. Spread one-third (about 113g) of the melted chocolate evenly over the graham crackers.
- Add Peanut Butter Layer: Scoop out small balls of the peanut butter mixture and flatten them between your hands. Place the flattened balls evenly over the chocolate layer. Gently smooth the peanut butter evenly with your fingers.
- Second Chocolate Layer and More Crackers: Spread another one-third (113g) of the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer. Then, add another layer of graham crackers on top.
- Top with Chocolate: Spread the remaining melted chocolate over the final layer of graham crackers.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate the assembled bars for at least 1 hour to allow the layers to set firmly.
- Serve: Once set, slice into bars and store them in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Ensure the peanut butter mixture isn’t sticky to get a firm layer; adjust powdered sugar as needed.
- Shortening helps the chocolate layer stay shiny and firm; do not substitute with butter for best texture.
- Use creamy peanut butter for optimal smoothness in filling.
- Store bars in the refrigerator to keep them firm and prevent melting.
- Bars can be wrapped tightly and frozen for up to 2 weeks; thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
