Step 1

Line a 9x9 baking dish with parchment paper, set aside.

Step 2

Using either a stand mixer or a hand held mixer, combine the melted butter, powdered sugar and graham crackers.

Step 3

Mix in the 1 1/4 cup of creamy peanut butter, just until well incorporated.

Step 4

Evenly spread the peanut butter mixture into the bottom of the baking dish.

Step 5

In a heat safe bowl, add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and the remaining 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter. Heat for 30 second intervals, stirring well after each interval until the peanut butter and chocolate are smooth.

Step 6

Spread the chocolate mixture over the peanut butter base.

Step 7

Cut servings before you put the bars into the refrigerator. (The bars cut much easier this way).

Step 8

Chill the bars for 1 hour.

Step 9

Let the bars sit 10 to 15 minutes, at room temperature, before serving.