The lunch lady at my school growing up used to make these! They were always perfection

These Peanut Butter Lunch Lady Bars are a nostalgic no-bake dessert that brings back memories of school lunches! Featuring a rich and creamy peanut butter base topped with silky chocolate, they’re simple to prepare and loved by all.
Peanut Butter Lunch Lady Bars: A No-Bake Classic
Ingredients:
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Unsalted butter, melted | 1 cup |
Creamy peanut butter | 1 cup |
Powdered sugar | 2 cups |
Graham cracker crumbs | 2 cups |
Semi-sweet chocolate chips | 1 ½ cups |
Directions:
- Make the Peanut Butter Base: In a large bowl, combine the melted butter and creamy peanut butter. Stir until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Mix in Dry Ingredients: Add powdered sugar and graham cracker crumbs to the peanut butter mixture. Stir well until a thick, dough-like consistency forms.
- Press Into Pan: Firmly press the mixture into a 9×13-inch baking pan, smoothing it out with the back of a spoon or your hands to create an even layer.
- Melt the Chocolate: Place the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second bursts, stirring after each, until the chocolate is fully melted and silky smooth.
- Add Chocolate Topping: Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter base and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Chill to Firm Up: Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours until the chocolate layer is set and firm.
- Slice and Serve: Once chilled, cut into squares and enjoy!