Ingredients:

  • 2 cups crushed pretzels
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the baking pan: Line the baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
  2. Make the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine crushed pretzels, brown sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  3. Bake the crust: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes or until just golden.
  4. Prepare the filling: In a clean bowl, mix together peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Assemble the layers: Spread the peanut butter filling evenly over the baked crust.
  6. Melt the chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, melt chocolate chips with vegetable oil until smooth.
  7. Top the filling: Drizzle or spread the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer.
  8. Chill the bars: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set before cutting into bars.
  9. Serve: Cut into squares and enjoy!