Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars... Easy and quick recipe

 

Servings Per Recipe: 16
Preparation Time: 13 minutes
Cooking Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 14 minutes

Nutritional Information: (Per serving)
- Calories: 270
- Fat: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Carbohydrate: 30 g

Ingredients:
- 1½ cup peanut butter (unsalted)
- ½ cup coconut flour
- ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 cup graham crackers (crumbs)
- 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:
1. Line an 8''x8'' pan with parchment paper.
2. The Peanut Butter Layer: In a bowl, add 1 cup of the peanut butter, the maple syrup and the coconut flour. Use a whisk to mix until difficult to stir. Fold with a rubber spatula until well-incorporated.
3. Add in the cracker crumbs and mix.
4. Use the rubber spatula to transfer the mixture into the pan and smooth the surface.
5. The Chocolate Topping: In a microwave-safe bowl add the chocolate chips and the remaining half cup of peanut butter and heat until the chocolate melts. Stir at 20 second intervals. 
6. Pour the chocolate mixture over the peanut butter layer and even out the surface.
7. Freeze until hardened (about 45-60 minutes).
8. Slice into bars or squares and serve!

Notes:
Store the bars in an airtight container and in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.