Description
Indulgent peanut butter chocolate chip cookie bars meld classic comfort with irresistible sweetness. Gooey chocolate and rich peanut butter create a perfect dessert that satisfies cravings and brings pure deliciousness to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Sugars and Sweeteners:
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Binding and Flavor Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage for easy removal.
- Create a smooth base by melting butter and blending thoroughly with peanut butter until uniform in consistency.
- Incorporate brown and granulated sugars into the butter-peanut butter mixture, stirring until fully integrated and slightly fluffy.
- Introduce eggs and vanilla extract, whisking vigorously to create a cohesive and glossy liquid mixture.
- Separately combine flour, baking powder, and salt, then gradually fold into the wet ingredients, mixing gently to prevent overmixing and maintain a tender texture.
- Distribute chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter, ensuring consistent chip placement for maximum flavor in each bite.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, using a spatula to spread uniformly and create an even surface for consistent baking.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until edges turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean with minimal crumbs.
- Allow bars to cool completely within the pan, which helps set the texture and makes cutting easier and cleaner.
- Slice into square portions, revealing a rich, decadent treat perfect for sharing or indulging solo.
Notes
- Ensure butter and peanut butter are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better texture.
- Use creamy peanut butter for a more consistent and softer bar, avoiding natural or crunchy varieties.
- For gluten-free option, swap regular flour with almond or gluten-free blend to maintain the same delicious taste and texture.
- Chill the bars for 15-20 minutes before cutting to achieve cleaner, more precise square shapes without crumbling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 241 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 125 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 31 mg