Get ready to experience a mind-blowing dessert that will make your taste buds dance with pure delight! These Nutella Peanut Butter Graham Bars are not just a treat – they're a decadent explosion of flavors that combine the rich, creamy goodness of Nutella, the classic comfort of peanut butter, and a crunchy graham cracker base, all topped with a luxurious chocolate frosting. Whether you're looking to impress your friends, satisfy a sweet craving, or simply treat yourself to something extraordinary, these bars are guaranteed to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 16 bars
Ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup Nutella
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips for frosting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring the paper overhangs on two sides for easy removal.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Mix thoroughly until the crumbs are completely moistened and resemble wet sand.
- Press the graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Use the back of a spoon or a flat spatula to create a compact, smooth base.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together Nutella and peanut butter until smooth and well combined.
- Add powdered sugar to the Nutella-peanut butter mixture, stirring until fully incorporated and creating a thick, creamy filling.
- Spread the Nutella-peanut butter mixture evenly over the graham cracker crust, ensuring complete and uniform coverage.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges start to look slightly set and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely at room temperature, approximately 30 minutes.
- For the chocolate frosting, melt chocolate chips with heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth and glossy.
- Pour the melted chocolate frosting over the cooled bars, tilting the pan to ensure even coverage.
- Refrigerate for 1 hour to set the chocolate and firm up the bars.
- Using the parchment paper overhang, lift the bars out of the pan and cut into 16 even squares using a sharp knife.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients for smoother mixing and better texture.
- Press the graham cracker crust firmly and evenly to create a solid base.
- For ultra-clean cuts, use a sharp knife and wipe it clean between each slice.
- Chill the bars completely before cutting to ensure neat, picture-perfect squares.
- For an extra touch, sprinkle some sea salt on top of the chocolate frosting to enhance the flavors.
- If you want a richer chocolate frosting, use dark chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate.
- Make sure to line your pan with parchment paper for easy removal and clean cutting.
- These bars can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator, making them perfect for meal prep or parties!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 25mg
