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Close-up of three Christmas tree–shaped peanut butter bars on a white plate, topped with melted chocolate, green icing drizzle, and white sprinkles, creating a festive holiday dessert.

Simple Peanut Butter Christmas Trees for Holidays

Make these simple Peanut Butter Christmas Trees for a sweet, festive treat. Easy to create and perfect for holiday parties or gifting.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Set time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 10
Calories: 417kcal

Ingredients

Peanut Butter Bars

Chocolate Topping

Decoration

Instructions

  • Mix the Crunchy Base: In a large bowl, combine the crushed pretzels, quick oats, and crispy rice cereal. This will be the crunchy, chewy foundation of your Christmas trees.
  • Heat the Sweet Mixture: In a small saucepan over low heat, stir together the corn syrup and light brown sugar. Let the mixture bubble gently for about a minute, then remove from the heat and stir in the creamy peanut butter until smooth.
  • Combine Everything: Pour the warm peanut butter mixture over the cereal mixture. Stir well to coat everything evenly and create a sticky, delicious base.
  • Press into the Pan: Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Firmly press the mixture into the pan, smoothing it into an even layer. Set it aside while you prepare the topping.
  • Make the Chocolate Topping: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate chips and creamy peanut butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the mixture is completely melted and smooth. Pour it over the peanut butter base and spread evenly.
  • Chill Until Set: Place the pan in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour, or in the freezer for 20–30 minutes, until the bars are firm and easy to cut.
  • Cut into Trees: Once the bars are set, lift them out of the pan. Cut down the center, then slice each half into five triangles to create tree shapes.
  • Add the Festive Icing: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and milk to make the icing. Stir in a few drops of green gel food coloring for that classic Christmas tree look. Add the icing to a piping bag and pipe zigzag lines across each tree, then decorate with your favorite sprinkles.
  • Enjoy Your Holiday Treats: Serve and enjoy these no-bake Peanut Butter Christmas Trees with family and friends!

Nutrition

Calories: 417kcal | Carbohydrates: 63.3g | Protein: 9.8g | Fat: 15.9g | Saturated Fat: 4.6g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 242mg | Potassium: 226mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 42g | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1.2mg