Description
These Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars combine creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate chips in a soft, chewy bar that’s perfect for dessert or snacking. Easy to make and ready in under 40 minutes, these bars offer the perfect balance of sweet and nutty flavors with a tender, buttery texture.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 1 cup chocolate chips (milk or semi-sweet)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Create Wet Mixture: In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to blend peanut butter, softened unsalted butter, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Then add vanilla extract and eggs one at a time, making sure to mix thoroughly after each addition.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until fully incorporated and a consistent dough forms.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently mix in the chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Transfer and Bake: Spread the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the bars cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then cut into 12 equal squares and serve for a delicious treat.
Notes
- Use creamy or chunky peanut butter depending on your texture preference.
- Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- For a nuttier flavor, substitute half of the peanut butter with almond butter.
- Optional: Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt over the bars before baking to enhance the chocolate and peanut butter flavors.
