Peanut Butter Chocolate Squares

I was introduced to a sample of these decadent little squares by a friend and former neighbor a few years ago. I immediately noted the recipe, but until now haven't been self-disciplined enough to trust myself with more than the memory of this simple but heavenly pairing of chocolate, peanut butter and, yes, butter and sugar. But a recent occasion to treat some co-workers was sufficient encouragement to make a whole pan. Almost as good as the peanut butter cups I made for my Dad, yet decidedly easier to prepare, you just can't go wrong with peanut butter and chocolate. Bring along some cocoa fruit treats for a diabetic and gluten-free option.

Peanut Butter Chocolate Squares

Recipe by Lisa Turner Published on June 18, 2008 Rich and decadent sweet chocolate and peanut butter squares >Print this recipe Base: 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers 1 cup smooth peanut butter 1 3/4 cups icing sugar 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened Topping: 1 cup chocolate chips (I used a mixture of milk and dark chocolate) 3/4 cup smooth peanut butter Instructions: In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, peanut butter, icing sugar and butter until well combined. Press into a lightly greased 9 × 13 inch glass pan. Melt the chocolate chips and peanut butter together in a heavy-bottomed pan until smooth. Drizzle over the bottom layer, smoothing evenly with a spatula. Chill until set and cut into small pieces. Makes about 2 dozen squares