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Oreo Peanut Butter Bars Recipe

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Delicious no-bake Oreo Peanut Butter Bars featuring a crunchy Oreo crust, a rich and creamy peanut butter layer, and a smooth chocolate topping. Perfect as an easy, indulgent treat 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 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 of bars.
  2. Make Oreo Crust: Crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a freezer bag and crushing with a rolling pin. Mix the crumbs with melted butter until combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form an even crust layer.
  3. Create Peanut Butter Layer: Beat softened butter and brown sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add peanut butter and salt; continue beating until there are no lumps of butter. Gradually mix in powdered sugar, about half a cup at a time, until the mixture is thick and no longer sticky to the touch. Spread this peanut butter mixture evenly over the Oreo crust, pressing gently to form a uniform layer.
  4. Prepare Chocolate Topping: Finely chop the semi-sweet chocolate and place in a heatproof bowl. Melt the chocolate by microwaving on medium power in 45-second intervals, stirring between each until fully melted, or melt gently over a double boiler. Stir in shortening or vegetable oil to smooth the chocolate.
  5. Assemble Bars: Pour the warm chocolate over the peanut butter layer and smooth the surface evenly. Allow the chocolate topping to harden naturally at room temperature or in the refrigerator (note refrigeration may cause slight discoloration).
  6. Score and Slice: When the chocolate is about 90% hardened, score the surface with a sharp knife where you intend to slice the bars to ensure clean cutting. Once completely set, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Slice into bars with a sharp, thin knife and serve.

Notes

  • For the best texture, use regular Oreo cookies, not double stuffed.
  • If you prefer a sweeter peanut butter layer, adjust the powdered sugar accordingly.
  • Shortening or vegetable oil helps keep the chocolate topping shiny and smooth.
  • Allow bars to come to room temperature before slicing if refrigerated to avoid chocolate cracking.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

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