7 No Bake Desserts With Peanut Butter That Disappear Fast

Got a sweet tooth but zero patience for preheating? Same. These no bake peanut butter treats are fast, craveable, and ridiculously easy. We’re talking creamy, crunchy, fudgy goodness—all without touching the oven. Grab a jar of PB and let’s make dessert happen.

1. Five-Minute Peanut Butter Mug Pie That Hits Every Craving

A close-up, 45-degree angle shot of a five-minute peanut butter mug pie in a white ceramic mug: crushed vanilla sandwich cookie and melted butter crumb pressed at the bottom, topped with an ultra-smooth peanut butter–cream cheese filling with hints of vanilla, finished with a tall swirl of whipped cream and delicate chocolate shavings; a tiny pinch of flaky salt on top for sparkle. Style on a cool marble surface with a spoon and a few whole vanilla sandwich cookies and extra crumbs scattered. Warm, soft side lighting to highlight creamy texture and crunchy crumb.

When you need dessert now, this mini “pie” is your hero. It’s creamy, salty-sweet, and layered with a crunchy cookie crumb. Perfect for late-night snacking or a quick treat after dinner.

Ingredients:

  • 4 vanilla sandwich cookies, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Whipped cream and chocolate shavings, for topping

Instructions:

  1. Mix crushed cookies with melted butter and press into the bottom of a mug or small bowl.
  2. Whisk peanut butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
  3. Spoon the filling over the crust. Chill 10–15 minutes (or dive in immediately if you can’t wait).
  4. Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

Swap the cookies for graham crackers or Oreos. Add a drizzle of warm chocolate or caramel if you’re feeling extra—trust me, it’s worth it.

2. No Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Bars That Melt In Your Mouth

An overhead shot of no-bake peanut butter cheesecake bars in an 8x8 pan lined with parchment: firm, buttery graham cracker crust topped with a thick, silky peanut butter–cream cheese layer, scattered with mini chocolate chips and chopped peanuts. One clean bar lifted out onto a small plate to show sharp layers. Include a bowl with whipped heavy cream and a spatula with residual filling to imply the fold-in step. Neutral backdrop, diffused natural light for a refined, dessert-table feel.

These bars are silky, rich, and impossibly smooth with a buttery cookie crust. They look fancy but come together in minutes. Perfect for potlucks and birthdays.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, room temp
  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup cold heavy cream
  • Pinch of salt
  • Chocolate chips or chopped peanuts, for topping

Instructions:

  1. Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment. Mix graham crumbs and butter; press firmly into the pan.
  2. Beat cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
  3. Whip heavy cream to soft peaks and fold into the peanut mixture.
  4. Spread over the crust, top with chocolate chips or peanuts, and chill 4 hours or overnight.

For a chocolate twist, add a thin layer of ganache on top. You can also use chocolate wafer cookies for the crust for a Reese’s vibe.

3. Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge Squares You’ll Hide From Yourself

A straight-on macro shot of peanut butter chocolate fudge squares on a parchment-lined loaf-pan slab: dense, creamy white-chocolate–peanut butter base with glossy semisweet chocolate swirls marbled across the top, finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. One square slightly tilted to show smooth, tight crumb; optional scattered chopped pretzels/peanuts in the background as styling elements. Dark moody backdrop, soft rim light to accentuate shine and swirl.

Three ingredients. Minimal effort. Maximum payoff. This fudge is dense, creamy, and perfectly salty-sweet with a rich chocolate swirl.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups white chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips (for swirl)
  • Pinch of flaky sea salt

Instructions:

  1. Line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment. Melt white chocolate, peanut butter, and condensed milk together gently (microwave in 20–30 second bursts or use a double boiler), stirring until smooth.
  2. Pour into the pan and smooth the top.
  3. Melt semisweet chocolate and drizzle over the top; swirl with a knife.
  4. Sprinkle flaky salt. Chill 2–3 hours, then slice into squares.

Stir in chopped pretzels or peanuts for crunch. Prefer darker? Use milk chocolate in the base and swirl white chocolate instead.

4. Frozen Peanut Butter Banana Bites For Instant Joy

An overhead flat lay of frozen peanut butter banana bites: neat rows of 1/4-inch banana “sandwiches” filled with peanut butter, some dipped halfway in dark chocolate (melted with coconut oil) and others fully enrobed, sprinkled with flaky salt and crushed peanuts. A parchment-lined sheet pan on a cool slate surface, a small bowl of melted chocolate with drips, and a fork with chocolate trails to suggest dipping. Bright, crisp lighting to emphasize cold, glossy shells and creamy centers.

These are like mini ice cream sandwiches but lighter and fruit-forward. They’re freezer-friendly, kid-approved, and dangerously poppable.

Ingredients:

  • 2 ripe bananas, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 1/3 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • Flaky salt or crushed peanuts, optional

Instructions:

  1. Pair banana slices into “sandwiches.” Spread a little peanut butter on one slice and top with its match. Freeze 20 minutes.
  2. Melt chocolate with coconut oil until smooth.
  3. Dip each sandwich halfway (or fully, no judgment) and place on a lined sheet. Add salt or peanuts if using.
  4. Freeze until firm, about 30–45 minutes.

Use almond butter or sunflower seed butter if needed. Try rolling the sides in granola for a crunchy coat—seriously good.

5. Lazy-Girl Peanut Butter Pretzel Truffles With Crunch

A 45-degree angle plated presentation of peanut butter pretzel truffles: round 1-inch truffles with a slightly rustic texture from finely crushed pretzels, coated in smooth dark chocolate with a gentle sheen, a few drizzled with extra chocolate and some rolled in crushed peanuts. Arrange in a shallow dish with pretzel crumbs scattered and a ramekin of melted chocolate nearby. Warm, cozy lighting to highlight sweet-salty mood and crunchy contrast.

Sweet, salty, and totally snackable, these truffles are the perfect party nibble. No fancy equipment, no oven—just roll, dip, and devour.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups finely crushed pretzels
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (skip if pretzels are very salty)
  • 8 ounces dark or milk chocolate, melted
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother chocolate)

Instructions:

  1. Stir peanut butter, honey, vanilla, crushed pretzels, and salt until a thick dough forms.
  2. Roll into 1-inch balls and freeze 15–20 minutes.
  3. Melt chocolate with coconut oil. Dip chilled balls and place on parchment.
  4. Chill until set, about 20 minutes.

Drizzle with extra chocolate or roll in crushed peanuts. For a s’mores vibe, add mini chocolate chips to the dough and dust with graham crumbs.

6. Creamy Peanut Butter Yogurt Parfaits You Can Eat For Breakfast

A straight-on glassware shot of creamy peanut butter yogurt parfaits layered in clear tumblers: silky Greek yogurt whisked with peanut butter, honey, and vanilla, alternating with golden granola and vibrant sliced strawberries/berries, topped with a sprinkle of chopped dark chocolate or cacao nibs. One spoon resting against the glass showing defined layers. Clean, bright morning light on a white backdrop to suggest breakfast-meets-dessert freshness.

Dessert that doubles as breakfast? We love it. These parfaits are creamy, lightly sweet, and layered with crunchy granola and fruit for balance.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (vanilla or plain)
  • 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
  • 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup granola
  • 1 cup sliced strawberries or mixed berries
  • 1 tablespoon chopped dark chocolate or cacao nibs (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Whisk yogurt, peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla until silky.
  2. Layer in glasses: peanut yogurt, granola, berries. Repeat.
  3. Top with chocolate or cacao nibs if you like.

Make ahead in jars for grab-and-go. Swap berries for bananas and a sprinkle of cinnamon for a PB pie vibe.

7. No Bake Peanut Butter Oat Bars That Keep You Full

An overhead ingredients-to-final scene of no-bake peanut butter oat bars: an 8x8 pan lined with parchment filled with a firmly pressed, chewy mixture of rolled oats, peanut butter, honey, mini chocolate chips, chopped peanuts, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt; several neat bars sliced with visible mix-ins. Surround with small bowls of oats, mini chips, peanuts, a drizzle of honey, and a splash of milk to hint at binding. Natural, soft light to showcase hearty texture and snackable appeal.

These chewy bars taste like dessert but fuel you like a snack. They’re perfect for lunchboxes, hikes, or a quick coffee companion.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk, as needed

Instructions:

  1. Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment. In a bowl, stir peanut butter and honey until smooth.
  2. Add oats, chocolate chips, peanuts, cinnamon, and salt. Mix. Add milk 1 tablespoon at a time until the mixture holds together.
  3. Press firmly into the pan. Chill 1 hour, then slice into bars.

Boost with chia or flax seeds. Drizzle melted chocolate over the top if you’re feeling fancy—because why not?

You’re So Ready To Dig In

Seven no bake peanut butter desserts, zero oven stress. Pick one for tonight and stash a second in the fridge for later. Your future self will be very, very thankful.

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