Ingredients and Weight:
- Peanut Butter - 500g
- Dark Chocolate - 500g
- Butter - 100g
- Granulated Sugar - 300g
- Sea Salt - a pinch
- Baking paper or greased baking dish
Preparation Time: 30 minutes (plus cooling time)
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the peanut butter, butter, and sugar until well combined.
- Add a pinch of sea salt and mix again.
- Line a baking dish with baking paper or grease it lightly with oil.
- Pour the peanut butter mixture into the baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
- Once cooled, spread the dark chocolate evenly over the peanut butter layer.
- Refrigerate for about an hour or until the chocolate is set.
- Cut into bars or squares and serve.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 squares)
Calories: High (due to peanut butter and chocolate content)
Fat: High
Carbohydrates: High
Protein: Moderate
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and creamy combination of peanut butter and chocolate.
- Texture is both crunchy and smooth, with a salty-sweet taste profile.
- Ideal for chocolate and peanut lovers.
User Comments:
- "These bars are amazing! The perfect balance of peanut butter and chocolate."
- "I love the sea salt in these, it gives them a great flavor."
- "These are addictive, make sure to have some self-control when eating them!"
- "A great treat for any time of the day."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be careful not to overbake the peanut butter layer, as it can become too hard and lose its creamy texture.
- Use good quality chocolate for best results.
- Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh. Serve at room temperature for best taste experience.