Indulge in the symphony of flavors and textures with our exquisite Gluten-Free Crispy Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars. These delectable treats are a harmonious blend of rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and a crispy oat crust that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are not only gluten-free but also incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort. With detailed step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, our recipe ensures success even for novice bakers. Additionally, we've included variations to accommodate different dietary needs and preferences, including a vegan and paleo-friendly version.
**Recipes included:**
1. **Classic Gluten-Free Crispy Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars:** This timeless recipe combines a crispy oat crust with creamy peanut butter and a rich chocolate ganache, resulting in a taste sensation that will leave you craving more.
2. **Vegan Gluten-Free Crispy Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars:** For those with vegan dietary preferences, this recipe offers a delightful alternative. It uses plant-based butter and dark chocolate, along with a combination of almond and peanut butter, to create a luscious and guilt-free treat.
3. **Paleo Gluten-Free Crispy Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars:** This variation caters to those following a paleo diet. With a crust made from almond flour and coconut oil, and a filling made from honey, peanut butter, and cacao powder, these bars are not only gluten-free but also grain-free and refined sugar-free.
GLUTEN-FREE CRISPY CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BARS
Eating gluten free? Dairy free? No problem. These bars are both! Creamy peanut butter and oven toasted rice cereal combine for a gluten-free, dairy-free treat the whole family will love.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Spray 9- or 8-inch square pan with cooking spray.
- In 3-quart saucepan, heat honey, sugar and coconut oil just to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Stir in peanut butter. Stir in cereal until evenly coated. Press firmly in pan (some cereal will break up).
- In medium microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips and peanut butter uncovered on High 1 minute; stir until smooth. Pour chocolate mixture evenly over bars; spread to evenly cover. Refrigerate about 30 minutes or until chocolate is set. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 80 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g
GLUTEN-FREE CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER LAYER BARS
Enjoy these delicious, creamy peanut butter bars made with gluten free chocolate chip cookie mix from Betty Crocker!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 2h10m
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. In large bowl, stir cookie base and topping ingredients until soft dough forms. Make 6 cookies by dropping rounded teaspoonfuls of dough onto ungreased cookie sheet; flatten slightly.
- Press remaining dough in pan. Bake cookies and base 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Cool 10 minutes. Reserve cookies for topping.
- In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips and 1/4 cup butter uncovered on High 1 minute to 1 minute 30 seconds, stirring every 30 seconds, until melted and stirred smooth. Spread evenly over bars. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
- In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, 2/3 cup peanut butter, the powdered sugar and whipping cream with electric mixer on low speed until blended. Beat on high speed about 2 minutes or until light and fluffy. Spread over chocolate layer.
- Crush reserved cookies; sprinkle over cream cheese layer. Press in lightly. Refrigerate until set, at least 1 hour. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 4 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 130 mg, Sugar 15 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Use a food processor to make the peanut butter filling: This will ensure that the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Be generous with the chocolate chips: They add a delicious chocolatey flavor and texture to the bars.
- Don't over-bake the bars: Over-baking will make them dry and crumbly. Bake them just until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting them: This will help them to hold their shape and prevent them from falling apart.
- Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days: You can also store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
These gluten-free crispy chocolate peanut butter bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that everyone will love. They're perfect for parties, potlucks, or just as a snack. With their crispy chocolate crust, creamy peanut butter filling, and rich chocolate ganache topping, these bars are sure to be a hit.
Note: This recipe is gluten-free, but it is not suitable for people with peanut allergies.
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