Peanut Butter Squares

Peanut Butter Squares
20 min.
48
123kcal

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Looking for a deliciously indulgent treat that's easy to whip up and perfect for any occasion? Look no further than these scrumptious Peanut Butter Squares! With a rich, creamy peanut butter filling nestled between two layers of chocolatey goodness, these squares are a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love.

Not only are they incredibly tasty, but they're also incredibly simple to make. In just 20 minutes, you can have a batch of these mouth-watering squares ready to serve to 48 lucky individuals. And with each square boasting a modest 123 calories, you can indulge guilt-free! Whether you're serving them as a condiment, dip, spread, or just a tasty snack, these Peanut Butter Squares are sure to be a hit.

So why not impress your friends and family with this easy-to-make, yet utterly divine recipe? Your taste buds (and your guests') will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter cubed
  • cup coconut flakes flaked
  • 16 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs ( 24 squares)
  • 0.7 cup peanut butter 
  • 0.5 cup roasted peanuts salted chopped
  • ounces bittersweet chocolate chopped
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 0.3 cup wheat germ toasted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • microwave

Directions

  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and chocolate; stir until smooth. Stir in the cracker crumbs, coconut, peanuts and wheat germ. Press into a greased 13x9-in. pan. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, combine filling ingredients.
  3. Spread over crust. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. In a microwave, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth.
  5. Pour over filling. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until topping is set.
  6. Cut into squares. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories123kcal
Protein7.61%
Fat65.03%
Carbs27.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.9
Glycemic Load
3.82
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.7647826009956%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:122.67kcal
6.13%
Fat:9.16g
14.1%
Saturated Fat:4.58g
28.61%
Carbohydrates:8.68g
2.89%
Net Carbohydrates:7.72g
2.81%
Sugar:5.46g
6.07%
Cholesterol:12.23mg
4.08%
Sodium:77.53mg
3.37%
Alcohol:0.03g
100%
Alcohol %:0.14%
100%
Protein:2.41g
4.82%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.46%
Phosphorus:48.57mg
4.86%
Magnesium:18.23mg
4.56%
Vitamin B3:0.88mg
4.42%
Copper:0.08mg
3.81%
Fiber:0.95g
3.81%
Vitamin A:157.64IU
3.15%
Vitamin E:0.46mg
3.05%
Selenium:2.1µg
3.01%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.62%
Iron:0.46mg
2.57%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.54%
Potassium:77.95mg
2.23%
Folate:8.93µg
2.23%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.08%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.07%
Calcium:17mg
1.7%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.49%
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