Disneyland Peanut Butter Squares: A Decadent Copycat Recipe for Your Sweet Cravings

These Disneyland Peanut Butter Squares are an irresistible combination of smooth, creamy peanut butter filling sandwiched between layers of rich chocolate and crisp graham crackers. Inspired by the famous treat from Disneyland, this copycat recipe allows you to create the same magic at home. Whether you're a peanut butter lover or a chocolate enthusiast, these squares will be a hit at any gathering or simply as a sweet indulgence for yourself.

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The contrasting textures of the crunchy graham crackers, creamy peanut butter mixture, and smooth chocolate coating make this dessert a truly delightful experience. With only a handful of ingredients, it's surprisingly simple to recreate this iconic treat in your own kitchen.

A Perfect Balance of Sweet and Crunchy

The combination of creamy peanut butter, buttery graham crackers, and a luscious chocolate layer provides a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. The graham cracker base adds a satisfying crunch, while the peanut butter filling melts in your mouth, and the chocolate coating ties everything together for the ultimate sweet treat.

Cooking Tips Getting the Chocolate Layer Just Right

Be sure to heat the chocolate and shortening in 30-second intervals to avoid burning the chocolate. Stir well between each interval to achieve a smooth, glossy texture. Pressing the Peanut Butter Layer: Flattening the peanut butter mixture with your hands helps ensure an even layer that covers the graham crackers without breaking them.

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Disneyland Peanut Butter Squares Recipe

Ingredients:

• 14 whole graham cracker sheets
• 2 cups creamy peanut butter
• 8 tablespoons butter, softened
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 3½ cups powdered sugar
• 4 tablespoons shortening
• 4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Spray a 9×13-inch glass baking dish with non-stick spray.
2. Place 2 whole graham cracker sheets in a Ziploc bag and crush them into crumbs using a meat mallet or the bottom of a glass. Set the crumbs aside for topping.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, softened butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until smooth and thick.
4. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and shortening in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely smooth. Be careful not to overheat the chocolate.
5. Lay 6 whole graham cracker sheets at the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating an even layer.
6. Pour about one-third of the melted chocolate mixture over the graham crackers, spreading it into a thin, even layer.
7. Using your hands, take fistfuls of the peanut butter mixture, flatten them, and layer them on top of the chocolate. Continue until the entire peanut butter mixture is used, ensuring an even layer without breaking the graham crackers underneath.
8. Pour another one-third of the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer, smoothing it out.
9. Add another layer of 6 graham cracker sheets on top, then pour the remaining chocolate mixture over the crackers, spreading it evenly.
10. Sprinkle the crushed graham cracker crumbs over the top layer of chocolate for added texture.
11. Let the dish cool in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour until firm. Once set, cut into squares of your desired size.

Enjoy these delightful Disneyland Peanut Butter Squares as a nostalgic treat or a delicious dessert to share with friends and family!