Easy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bars
If you’re on the hunt for a quick and delightful dessert that satisfies your sweet cravings, these Easy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bars are just what you need! With their rich, creamy peanut butter base complemented by gooey semi-sweet chocolate chips, these chewy bars are a favorite among families. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, they come together in under half an hour. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, this crowd-pleasing recipe is a must-try. Plus, they store well in an airtight container, making them ideal for meal prep. Grab your apron and get ready to indulge in these irresistible treats!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter and peanut butter until smooth.
- Add brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt together.
- Gradually combine dry mixture into wet mixture until just mixed.
- Fold in 1 1/4 cups of chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are golden and center is set.
- Cool before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg