You know those desserts that disappear before you’ve even had a chance to sit down? Yep, these Chubby Hubby Peanut Butter Bars are one of those! They’ve got that sweet-salty magic combo — buttery graham cracker crumbs, melty peanut butter chips, a swirl of honeyed sweetness from the condensed milk — and somehow, they just work.
They’re rich, chewy, and totally addictive in the best way. Perfect for game night, movie night, or a “just because” treat when the sweet tooth hits!
Dessert Bars: A Coping Mechanism
We had been packing our rental home for weeks, a little every single day to try to be completely ready for our move into the home we’ve been renovating. I cannot even begin to express our exhaustion. It was just like building a home with the constraints of not having spaces designed the way you would have, secret issues under walls and floors and on top of it, running two businesses, kids and all while trying to pack up our entire house to move.
One random Thursday I felt emotional, exhausted and well, hungry. I’m apparently an emotional eater. A long time ago I’d seen a recipe and it was so short I’d memorized it: 1 box of crackers, 2 cans sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips of choice. So, on a whim I went peanut butter and cinnamon chips because they secretly go together like pb and j and the rest is history. Dessert born out of emotional instability, just the way I like it!
Why You’ll Love These Peanut Butter Bars
Quick and Easy: Made with only 6 pantry ingredients and ready in minutes!
Kid Friendly: My youngest took one bite of these easy peanut butter treats and said these were the best bars I’ve ever made.
Sweet and Salty: I’m a sucker for sweet and salty. It’s such an addicting combo and these bars hit it out of the park.
No Eggs: If you have an egg allergy or open the fridge and find that some has used the last of the eggs, have no fear! You don’t need any for this recipe.
The 6 Ingredients You’ll Need
- Graham Crackers Crumbs: Create the buttery, crunchy base that holds the bars together.
- Peanut Butter Chips: Add rich, nutty flavor and creamy texture that defines each bite.
- Cinnamon Chips: Bring a warm, cozy spice that complements the peanut butter.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk: Binds everything together while adding sweetness and a fudgy texture.
- Salt: Balances the sweetness and enhances all the other flavors.
- Powdered Sugar: Adds a touch more sweetness and fun to these irresistible bars.
How to Make Chubby Hubby Bars
- Prep: Preheat the oven and prep a 9×13 inch ban with parchment or foil and cooking spray.
- Combine: Add all the ingredients except the powdered sugar to a stand mixer and mix until well combined.