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Chocolate and Peanut Graham Bars

These Chocolate and Peanut Graham Bars are SO DELICIOUS! A rich blend of chocolate, crunchy peanuts, and graham crackers, perfect for sharing or indulging.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 8 tablespoons salted butter melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 2/3 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 1/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 1/4 cups salted peanuts
  • 1 can (14-ounce) sweetened condensed milk

Instructions

  • Step 1: Preheat Your Oven - Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking.
  • Step 2: Prepare the Baking Dish - Grease your 9x9-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  • Step 3: Mix the Base - In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter and vanilla extract. Stir in graham cracker crumbs and sweetened shredded coconut.
  • Step 4: Press the Mixture - Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Step 5: Layer the Chocolate and Peanuts - Sprinkle semi-sweet chocolate chips and salted peanuts over the crust.
  • Step 6: Pour the Sweetened Condensed Milk - Drizzle sweetened condensed milk evenly over the chocolate and peanuts.
  • Step 7: Bake to Perfection - Bake for about 25-30 minutes until edges are golden brown.
  • Step 8: Cool and Cut - Allow bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9x9-inch baking dish
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Notes

  • For best flavor, refrigerate the bars for a few hours before cutting.
  • Experiment with toppings like dried fruits or sea salt.
  • Perfect for potlucks or movie nights!