Chilled Summer Peanut Butter Dream Bars ☀️
A delightful, easy, and healthy no-bake treat perfect for summer! These dream bars feature a simple almond and coconut flour crust, a luscious peanut butter cheesecake layer, and a smooth chocolate topping.
Equipment
- 8x8-inch Pan
- Mixing Bowls
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 1/4 cups Almond Flour
- 1/3 cup Coconut Flour
- 1/3 cup Powdered Sugar Substitute
- 6 tablespoons Melted Butter
Peanut Butter Cheesecake Layer
- 8 ounces Softened Cream Cheese
- 1/2 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/3 cup Powdered Sugar Substitute
Chocolate Topping
- 2/3 cup Sugar-Free Chocolate Chips
- 1/4 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 8 ounces Softened Cream Cheese
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/3 cup Powdered Sugar Substitute
Optional Garnish
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Peanuts
Instructions
- Step 1: Craft the Simple Crust. In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, your powdered sugar substitute (1/3 cup), and the melted butter. Stir everything well until the mixture becomes wonderfully crumbly. Gently press this mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8x8 inch pan that’s been lined with parchment paper, making sure it forms an even, flat base. Pop the pan into your freezer to firm up while you get started on the next delicious layer.
- Step 2: Whip Up the Peanut Butter Bliss. In a separate bowl, blend together the softened cream cheese, creamy peanut butter, vanilla extract (1/2 teaspoon), and powdered sugar substitute (1/3 cup) until it’s perfectly smooth and lusciously creamy. Carefully spread this delightful peanut butter layer evenly over your chilled crust. Place the pan back into the freezer.
- Step 3: Prepare the Smooth Chocolate Topping. First, in a bowl, mix the 8 ounces of softened cream cheese with the remaining vanilla extract (1 teaspoon) and powdered sugar substitute (1/3 cup); set this aside. Next, grab a microwave-safe bowl and gently heat the sugar-free chocolate chips and heavy whipping cream in short 30-second bursts, stirring after each, until the chocolate is fully melted and beautifully smooth. Now, pour this melted chocolate goodness into your reserved cream cheese mixture and stir until it’s completely combined and velvety smooth.
- Step 4: Assemble & Chill to Perfection. Carefully spread the smooth chocolate topping evenly over the peanut butter cheesecake layer. If you desire an extra crunch, sprinkle the chopped peanuts over the top. Return the pan to the freezer for 1 to 2 hours, or until the bars are wonderfully firm.
- Step 5: Slice and Savor! Once fully set, simply remove the pan from the freezer, lift the entire block out using the parchment paper, and slice into your desired portions. Serve these delightful, easy, and healthy chilled treats! Enjoy every bite!
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 417 kcal
- Total Carbs: 10g
- Net Carbs: 5g
- Fats: 38g
- Protein: 12g
