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No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars (UK Recipe)

Indulge in these easy and delicious no bake chocolate peanut butter bars. Perfect for a quick and tasty treat. Try it today!
Course Bars
Cuisine British
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings 16
Calories 233kcal
Author Beth Sachs

Equipment

  • Kitchen Scales
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • 20 cm (8'') Square Baking Tin

Ingredients

Metric - US Customary
  • 250 g Peanut Butter crunchy or smooth
  • 120 g Golden Syrup
  • 50 g Caster Sugar
  • 50 g Light Brown Sugar
  • 100 g Crunchy Nut Cornflakes lightly crushed

For the chocolate topping

  • 100 g Dark Chocolate broken into pieces
  • 100 g Milk Chocolate broken into pieces
  • ⅛ teaspoon Vegetable Oil

Instructions

  • Line a 20cm (8") square tin with cling film (plastic wrap).
  • In a large saucepan melt together the peanut butter, golden syrup, and sugars over low heat.
    250 g Peanut Butter, 120 g Golden Syrup, 50 g Caster Sugar, 50 g Light Brown Sugar
  • Mix in the crushed crunchy nut cornflakes and mix to combine.
    100 g Crunchy Nut Cornflakes
  • Spoon the peanut butter base layer into the tin and press it down firmly with the back of a heavy spoon.
  • Melt the chocolate pieces and a drop of vegetable oil in the microwave until glossy and smooth. I microwave in 30-second bursts and stir, to avoid overcooking the chocolate.
    100 g Dark Chocolate, 100 g Milk Chocolate, ⅛ teaspoon Vegetable Oil
  • Spread the melted chocolate onto the peanut butter layer and sprinkle with chocolate chips.
  • Spread the melted chocolate onto the peanut butter layer and sprinkle with chocolate chips.

Notes

Expert Tips:
  • Use good quality chocolate and peanut butter, as they will greatly affect the final taste and texture of the bars.
  • Lining the tin is very important as you don't want the bars to stick!
  • It's important to chill the bars for at least 2 hours before cutting them into squares. This will help them firm up and hold their shape. I like to chill them in the fridge overnight for the best results.
  • Use a long sharp knife to cut neat squares and clean the knife off between each cut (be careful when doing this).
 
Variations:
  • For a crunchier textured base layer, add in some chopped peanuts.
  • Swap the chocolate topping for some drizzled melted peanut butter instead.
  • Add 100g of chocolate chips into the base layer for a more chocolatey taste.
  • Mix in 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract to the base layer for more flavour.
 
Storage:
Store - If it's not too hot, you can store your bars at room temperature, in an airtight container. This will help prevent them from drying out and becoming stale. However, keep in mind that storing your bars at room temperature for too long can cause the chocolate to melt and the bars to become soft. Therefore, it's best to consume them within a few days of making them. If it's warm, store them in the fridge instead.
Freeze - To freeze your bars, wrap them tightly in cling film (plastic wrap) and then place them in an airtight container or freezer bag. They will keep well in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you're ready to enjoy them, simply let them defrost at room temperature for a few hours before serving.
 
Nutrition:
The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
 
Nutrition Facts
No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars (UK Recipe)
Amount per Serving
Calories
233
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
13
g
20
%
Saturated Fat
 
4
g
25
%
Trans Fat
 
0.002
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
5
g
Cholesterol
 
0.2
mg
0
%
Sodium
 
116
mg
5
%
Potassium
 
166
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
 
28
g
9
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
19
g
21
%
Protein
 
5
g
10
%
Vitamin A
 
114
IU
2
%
Vitamin C
 
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
17
mg
2
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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