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Oreo Peanut Butter Bars Recipe

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These Oreo Peanut Butter Bars combine a crunchy Oreo cookie base with a creamy peanut butter layer and a rich chocolate topping. Perfect for a no-bake treat, these bars are easy to prepare and deliver a delightful mix of textures and flavors, making them a crowd-pleasing dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Oreo Base

  • 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 Topping

  • 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 around the sides for easy removal later.
  2. Make the Oreo Crust: Crush the Oreos with both wafers and filling until fine crumbs in a food processor or by placing them in a freezer bag and crushing with a rolling pin. Mix the crushed Oreos with melted butter until combined. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust layer.
  3. Prepare the Peanut Butter Layer: Beat softened butter and brown sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the peanut butter and salt, mixing well to eliminate any lumps of butter. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar in halves, ensuring the mixture is thick and no longer sticky to the touch. Spread and press this peanut butter mixture evenly over the Oreo crust, smoothing the surface using a spatula or wax paper.
  4. Melt the Chocolate Topping: Finely chop the semi-sweet chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl. Melt it in the microwave on medium power in 45-second intervals, stirring between each until molten, or melt using a double boiler over low heat. Stir in the shortening or vegetable oil until fully incorporated for a smooth, glossy finish.
  5. Assemble the Bars: Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer and smooth the top evenly. Allow the chocolate to harden at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Note that refrigeration might cause slight discoloration of the chocolate.
  6. Slice and Serve: When the chocolate is about 90% hardened, score the top gently with a sharp, thin knife to mark slices. Once fully hardened, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars from the pan and place them on a cutting board. Slice into 16 equal bars for serving.

Notes

  • Use smooth, commercially prepared peanut butter that is well mixed and without separated oil for the best consistency.
  • Nutrition information is an estimate based on slicing the pan into 16 bars.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.

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