Description
Indulge in these rich and creamy Buckeye Bars, combining a smooth peanut butter base with a luscious chocolate ganache topping. Perfectly sweet and easy to prepare, these bars make a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter Layer
- 8 tablespoons salted sweet cream butter, softened
- 3 cups creamy peanut butter
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
Chocolate Ganache
- 1 (12-ounce) package semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare the peanut butter base: In a large mixing bowl, blend the softened butter and creamy peanut butter together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Add vanilla and sugar: Stir in the pure vanilla extract and gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well until the texture becomes firm enough to hold its shape when pressed.
- Shape the base: Press the peanut butter mixture evenly into a greased 9×13-inch pan, smoothing out the surface for an even layer.
- Make the chocolate ganache: Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips together with the vegetable oil in a heatproof bowl placed over low heat, stirring constantly to create a glossy, smooth ganache.
- Top the bars: Pour the warm chocolate ganache evenly over the peanut butter layer, spreading it gently with a spatula for a uniform topping.
- Chill to set: Refrigerate the assembled bars for about 2 hours, or until the chocolate ganache has firmed up completely.
- Serve: Once set, cut the bars into squares, serve chilled, and enjoy your delicious Buckeye Bars.
Notes
- For easier cutting, let the bars sit at room temperature for a few minutes before slicing.
- You can substitute natural peanut butter but may need to add a bit more powdered sugar for firmness.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh for up to one week.
- To make the chocolate ganache richer, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet.
