No Bake Heatwave

We experienced a bit of a weekend heat wave this weekend. This being said, there was no way I was turning on the oven with it being 26 degrees. I generally don't make no-bake recipes, but this one sounded delicious, so I thought I'd try it!

These are especially rich, and best enjoyed with a nice cup of coffee to cut a bit of the sweetness. Other than that, definitely a make-again. I also found that they set VERY quickly. within about 20 minutes in the fridge.

No Bake Peanut Butter Squares (From The Sweetest Kitchen)

- 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs                 - 1 3/4 cups icing sugar

- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter                    - 1/2 cup margarine

- 3/4 cup semi sweet chocolate                     - 2 tsp peanut butter (or shortening)

In a large bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, icing sugar, peanut butter, & margarine. Beat this until well combined and creamy. Press into a parchment or wax paper lined 8x8 baking pan. Make sure to pat this mixture down well and make it smooth. 

Melt chocolate and peanut butter (or shortening). Pour this mixture over the graham cracker layer and spread out evenly. I found tapping the pan down on the counter helped a lot. Place this in the refrigerator just until chocolate is set & then cut into squares. 

(This is why the wax paper lining of the pan in so important; trust me, you won't regret how easy it makes your life when the bars have set)

VIOLA!