Irresistible Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Bars
Soft, chewy, and packed with flavor, these Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars are the perfect balance of indulgence and feel-good comfort food. Ideal for cozy afternoons or quick desserts everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir until evenly distributed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix gently with a spatula. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Spread the batter into the prepared dish, pressing it down gently to create an even layer.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bars cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For clean slices, use a sharp knife and wipe it between cuts. Customize the recipe by adding nuts, shredded coconut, or a sprinkle of sea salt on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
Keywords: Chocolate Chip Bars, Peanut Butter Bars, Oatmeal Bars, Easy Dessert, Quick Baking Recipe