When the craving for something sweet strikes, it can be hard to resist the temptation of an indulgent dessert. But what if you could satisfy your sweet tooth without all the hassle and time it takes to bake? No-bake peanutty caramel bars are the perfect answer! These delectable treats are incredibly easy to make, requiring no oven time and only a few simple ingredients. With their irresistible combination of creamy peanut butter, gooey caramel, and a crunchy graham cracker crust, these bars are sure to become a favorite in your household. So gather your ingredients and let's get started on creating the ultimate no-bake peanutty caramel bar experience.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
PEANUTTY CARAMEL BARS
Made in the microwave, these sweet and chewy bars can be stirred by very quickly. Loaded with caramel, chocolate, peanuts and peanut butter, they remind some folks of a candy bar. Kids of all ages love them. -Charlene Bennett Clearville, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 10m
Yield about 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, microwave caramels, water and 1/2 cup peanut butter on high for 45 seconds; stir. Microwave 1 to 1-1/2 minutes longer or until melted. Add cereal and peanuts; toss to coat. Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. pan; set aside., In another microwave-safe bowl, melt chips, butter and remaining peanut butter on high for 20-50 seconds; stir until smooth. Spread over cereal mixture. Refrigerate before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 126mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
NO-BAKE PEANUT BUTTER BARS
Provided by Ree Drummond Bio & Top Recipes
Categories dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 20 bars
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- For the filling: Grease a 9-by-13-inch pan with some butter.
- Using a stand or electric hand mixer, mix together the butter and chunky peanut butter until smooth. Stir in the sugar a cup at a time.
- Add the vanilla wafers to a food processor and process until they are in crumbs. Then add the crumbs and mini chocolate chips to the peanut butter mixture. Spread it evenly into the buttered pan and set aside.
- For the frosting: Using a double boiler or a microwave, melt the chocolate chips and creamy peanut butter. Allow to cool for a couple of minutes, then pour over the base. Spread the frosting out evenly and sprinkle over the chopped peanuts. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, then cut into 20 bars.
CARAMEL PEANUT BARS
Rich chocolate, crunchy peanuts and gooey caramel peek out from between golden oat and crumb layers. Delicious!-Ardyce Piehl, Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients; stir in butter. Set aside 1 cup for topping. Press remaining mixture into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes or until lightly browned. , In a heavy saucepan or microwave, melt caramels with cream, stirring often. Sprinkle chocolate chips and peanuts over the crust; top with caramel mixture. Sprinkle with reserved oat mixture. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until topping is golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 113mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BARS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: graham cracker crumbs, butter, powdered sugar, peanut butter, semi-sweet chocolate chips
Provided by Tasty
Categories Desserts
Yield 24 bars
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the graham cracker, sugar, and butter. Stir. Add in 1 cup (240g) of peanut butter and mix until combined.
- Line a 9x9 (22x22 cm) or 8x8 (20x20 cm) pan with foil.
- Spread on the peanut butter mixture.
- Melt the chocolate chips with the 2 Tbsp. of peanut butter, and spread on top of the graham cracker mixture.
- Refrigerate for 3 hours.
- Remove from pan, cut, and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 10 grams
PEANUT BUTTER CANDY BARS
These delicious bars taste like peanut butter cups! We enjoy these any time of the year!
Provided by KARILK
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Chocolate Candy Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 35
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Grease a 10x15 inch pan. In a large bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups melted margarine, peanut butter, confectioners' sugar and graham cracker crumbs. Spread in prepared pan.
- Combine 1/2 cup margarine and chocolate chips in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir occasionally until melted and smooth. Spread over peanut butter mixture. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.6 calories, Carbohydrate 28.1 g, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 218.1 mg, Sugar 23.3 g
NO BAKE PEANUT BUTTER BARS
These are no-bake peanut butter and crispy rice bars covered in chocolate.
Provided by Ravelle Lakin
Categories Desserts Cookies Bar Cookie Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish. In a medium bowl, stir together the butter, peanut butter and confectioners' sugar until well blended. Mix in the rice cereal so that it is evenly distributed. Press the mixture into the prepared pan.
- In the microwave or over a double boiler, melt chocolate chips, stirring occasionally until smooth. Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the peanut butter bars. Refrigerate until set before cutting into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 153.5 mg, Sugar 15.9 g
NO-BAKE PEANUTTY CLUSTERS
Need a super-easy sweet treat? Stir up a three-ingredient chocolate or butterscotch treat in minutes. No baking is needed!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h10m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In large microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips uncovered on High 1 minute, stirring after 30 seconds, until softened; stir until smooth. (If not completely softened, continue microwaving 15 seconds at a time, stirring after each microwave time, until smooth.)
- Stir noodles and peanuts into chocolate until well coated. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper. Refrigerate about 1 hour or until firm. Store covered in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 25 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
NO BAKE PEANUT BUTTER CHEX BARS RECIPE
These no bake peanut butter Chex bars are full of all of the peanut butter chocolaty goodness you will ever need! This recipe is so simple and done in no time!
Provided by Momma Cyd
Categories Dessert
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Grease a 9 x 13 inch pan. Mix the cereal and peanuts in a large bowl.
- In a medium saucepan stir together the brown sugar and corn syrup over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a boil for 1 minute. Then remove from heat and stir in the peanut butter, vanilla, and salt. Stir until the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the peanut butter mixture over the cereal mixture. Toss carefully with a wooden spoon until all of the cereal is covered.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared 9 x 13 inch pan and press down gently. Cool for about 20 minutes.
- Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave stirring every 20 seconds until completely melted and smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bars. Let the chocolate cool.
- Cut into bars and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 172 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 21 g, ServingSize 1 serving
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your bars.
- Don't overcook the caramel. It should be thick and golden brown, but not too hard.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help them to set properly.
- Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will keep for up to 2 weeks.
- To make the bars even more decadent, you can drizzle them with melted chocolate or peanut butter.
Conclusion:
These no-bake peanutty caramel bars are a delicious and easy treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and they can be made in just a few minutes. So next time you are looking for a sweet snack, give these bars a try. You won't be disappointed!
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