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Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Buckeye Bars Recipe

Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Buckeye Bars

Are you ready to indulge in a rich, creamy treat that combines the nutty goodness of peanut butter with the decadent allure of dark chocolate? Look no further than these Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Buckeye Bars. Whether you're hosting a gathering, looking for the perfect dessert to impress your guests, or simply treating yourself, these bars are a delightful indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Peanut Butter Mixture
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter preferably natural
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Topping
  • 8 oz dark chocolate chopped
For Serving
  • Sea salt

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Spatula
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Use a spatula to mix until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x9-inch baking dish and press evenly into the bottom.
  3. Step 3: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chopped dark chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly with a spatula.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle sea salt over the chocolate layer to taste.
  6. Step 6: Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until set.
  7. Step 7: Cut into bars and serve or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Notes

These bars can be made vegan by substituting the butter with a plant-based alternative. They can also be frozen for up to three months.