Peanut Butter Bars

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350.

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   Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment.

3. 3

   (I skipped this step and found it unnecessary).

4. 4

   In a shall bowl, mix together the cookie crumbs, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1/3 cup unsalted butter until the crumbs are evenly moistened.

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   Press the crumbs into the parchment-lined pan, packing down with the bottom of a glass.

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   Bake for 15 minutes until set.

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   Remove from oven and allow to cool.

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   Melt 1/2 cup butter for the peanut butter layer.

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   Mix in the powdered sugar until smooth.

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    Add in the peanut butter and whip until smooth.

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    Stir in the graham cracker crumbs.

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    Spread the layer over the cooled crust.

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    Drop several spoonfuls throughout the bottom of the crust before smoothing the top.

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    In a double boiler melt the remaining 1/4 butter.

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    Once melted, add in the chocolate and stir until melted.

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    Pour the chocolate over the peanut butter layer.

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    Refrigerate until firm.

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    Cut into bars and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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