Description
These Peanut Butter Cookie Bars are soft, chewy, and packed with that irresistible peanut butter flavor everyone loves! They’re easy to make, quick to bake, and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth in no time. Throw in some chocolate chips for an extra treat, or enjoy them plain for a classic favorite. Whether you’re serving them at a party or enjoying them on your own, these bars are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
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1 cup creamy peanut butter
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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½ cup packed brown sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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Optional: 1 cup chocolate chips (milk, semi-sweet, or peanut butter chips)
Instructions
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Preheat & Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
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Cream the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the Peanut Butter & Eggs: Stir in the peanut butter until fully combined. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
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Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
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Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. If desired, fold in the chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture.
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Press & Bake: Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
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Cool & Slice: Let the bars cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, use the parchment paper to lift the bars out of the pan and cut into squares.
Notes
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Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more or fewer chocolate chips based on your preference.
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These bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4-5 days.
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You can also freeze them for up to 2 months. Just wrap them in plastic wrap or foil and store in a freezer-safe container.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg