Jean's Peanut Butter Squares

Absolutely amazing, this recipe was passed on to me by a dear friend many years ago. Good any time, it has been a tradition to serve it on our holiday dessert table. Very quick and easy to make, this is one the kids will gladly help with!

• Ready In: 1 hr 10 mins
• Serves: 16

Ingredients

• 1  cup peanut butter
• 1  cup margarine
• 3 1⁄2 cups icing sugar
• 1⁄2 cup peanut butter, smooth
• 1⁄2 cup chocolate chips, real

Directions

1. In a large microwaveable bowl, melt 1 cup of peanut butter (smooth or crunchy) and the margarine. Mix well, stirring in the icing sugar.
2. Spread into a square or small rectangular pan and refrigerate about 10 minutes.
3. Melt together the 1/2 cup of smooth peanut butter and the chocolate chips, mixing well, then pouring the melted mixture over the cooled base.
4. Place in the refrigerator til set, about an hour. Cut into squares or diamonds and enjoy!
5. NOTE: Decorate the tops with a whole peanut in the center or dust lightly with (confectioners)icing sugar if desired.