You won’t be allowed back without these in hand.

A layer of peanut butter-coated cornflakes sits on the bottom.

It’s topped with a bittersweet chocolate layer that has a hint of peanut butter, too.

Southern Living Peanut Butter Bars cut on a plate to serve with a glass of milk

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We don’t stray far from the standards, especially at holidays.

(That’s me!)

This recipe is nearly identical to her recipe, but made even easier.

Southern Living Peanut Butter Bars ingredients

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Some similar recipes (hers included) also use graham crackers in the crust.

We made it easier (and I’d argue better) with just cornflakes.

Frequently Asked Questions

you could freeze these peanut butter bars.

Southern Living Peanut Butter Bars cereal and peanut butter mixture stirred together

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Store in the freezer up to 3 months.

When ready to enjoy one, remove it from the freezer, and let it warm to room temperature.

In an airtight container, peanut butter bars will keep for 5 to 7 days.

Southern Living Peanut Butter Bars peanut butter layer pressed into pan

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In a freezer, if wrapped properly, they’re good for about 3 months.

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Press mixture evenly into prepared pan.

Southern Living Peanut Butter Bars making the chocolate topping

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Spread evenly over cornflakes mixture.

Sprinkle with flaky sea salt.

Remove from refrigerator, and cut into squares.

Southern Living Peanut Butter Bars chocolate mixture spread onto cereal mixture

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Southern Living Peanut Butter Bars

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Southern Living Peanut Butter Bars

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Southern Living Peanut Butter Bars cut to serve

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