Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars

Instructions

1. 1

   9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a large microwave-safe bowl, add butter and peanut butter. Microwave on medium power in 30-second increments, stirring after each increment, until the butter is melted. Add in vanilla and stir until smooth.

3. 3

   Stir in graham cracker crumbs and powdered sugar until fully incorporated. Press mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Place the pan into the refrigerator while you prepare the chocolate layer.

4. 4

   Add chocolate chips and coconut oil to a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on medium power in 30-second increments, stirring after each increment, until the chocolate is melted. Stir until smooth. Pour chocolate over the peanut butter bars and use a spoon or offset spatula to spread it into an even layer. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

5. 5

   When ready to serve, remove bars from pan and cut into 16 pieces.