No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars - No-Bake Method

Instructions:

1. Line a 9x9 inch square baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring enough overhang on the sides to lift the bars out later.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter, 1.5 cups of creamy peanut butter, and sea salt. Stir until the mixture is completely unified.
3. Gradually fold the sifted powdered sugar and graham cracker crumbs into the peanut butter mixture. Stir until a heavy, thick dough forms and no white pockets of sugar remain.
4. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Using a flat-bottomed measuring cup or spatula, press the foundation firmly and evenly into the corners to ensure structural integrity.
5. In a microwave-safe glass bowl, combine the chocolate chips and the remaining 3 tablespoons of peanut butter. Heat in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until the ganache is smooth and glossy.
6. Pour the chocolate mixture over the peanut butter base. Use an offset spatula to smooth the top into a perfectly flat, professional finish.
7. Chill the base for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
8. Chill the bars for 1 hour until the top feels firm to a light touch.
9. Lift the parchment paper to remove the block from the pan. Slice into 16 uniform bars using a sharp knife dipped in hot water for clean edges.