Description

Gooey Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are a delightful fusion of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate chips, creating a melt-in-your-mouth dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. These bars offer a warm, comforting sweetness that makes them an irresistible treat for family gatherings, cozy nights in, or afternoon snacks. Easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying, they’re sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.

Ingredients

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1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 cup creamy peanut butter
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8 inch baking dish with nonstick spray or parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter until fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture on low speed; avoid overmixing.
Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown but slightly soft in the center.
Let cool slightly before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 95mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: For added texture, consider using crunchy peanut butter or adding chopped nuts. Enhance flavor by sprinkling sea salt on top before baking. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.