Chewy Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Chewy Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars, the perfect fusion of rich, creamy peanut butter and melty semi-sweet chocolate chips. These dessert bars are unbelievably soft and chewy, thanks to the marriage of melted butter and a touch of brown sugar for caramel-like depth. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe comes together quickly and bakes to golden perfection in under half an hour. Finished with a sprinkle of chocolate chips on top for extra decadence, these bars are ideal for potlucks, lunchbox treats, or a cozy night in. Plus, they’re simple to store—if there are any leftovers! Whether you’re a peanut butter lover or a chocolate enthusiast, these bars are destined to become a family-favorite indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 g unsalted butter
- 150 g light brown sugar
- 50 g granulated sugar
- 200 g creamy peanut butter
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 160 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 180 g semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and whisk in the light brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth.
Stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until fully combined, then let the mixture cool slightly.
Beat in the egg until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula or wooden spoon until no streaks of flour remain.
Gently fold in the chocolate chips, reserving a small handful for topping if desired.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula. Sprinkle any reserved chocolate chips on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center looks set.
Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cool, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan.
Cut into 12 squares or desired shapes and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4338 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 257.2 g | 330% | |
| Saturated Fat | 110.6 g | 553% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 452 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 2633 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 489.4 g | 178% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.9 g | 103% | |
| Total Sugars | 316.5 g | ||
| Protein | 85.7 g | 171% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 295 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 1722 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
