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Nostalgic No-Bake Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars: The Classic Cafeteria Treat

Two stacked squares of lunch lady peanut butter bars featuring a crust, peanut butter layer, and chocolate topping.
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Make the classic school cafeteria treat at home with this simple, no-bake recipe for Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars. These layered bars feature a graham cracker peanut butter base and a rich chocolate topping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (for topping)
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 1 cup of peanut butter, powdered sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the mixture is evenly combined and crumbly.
  3. Press this base mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  4. In a separate microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, 1/2 cup peanut butter, and milk. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
  5. Pour the chocolate mixture over the peanut butter base. Spread it evenly to cover the entire layer.
  6. Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours, or until the chocolate topping is firm.
  7. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars from the pan. Cut into squares before serving.

Notes

  • For a firmer base, chill the peanut butter layer for 30 minutes before adding the chocolate topping.
  • You can use crunchy peanut butter if you prefer texture in the base layer.
  • These **easy peanut butter dessert** bars store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

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