Description
Delight in these Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars, a perfect blend of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate chips baked into a soft, chewy treat. Easy to prepare and ideal for sharing, these bars make a fantastic dessert or snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Mix wet ingredients. In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Mix until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add egg and vanilla. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated to create a uniform batter.
- Combine dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt together to ensure even distribution.
- Mix dry and wet ingredients. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined without overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips. Stir in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough for pockets of delicious chocolate in every bite.
- Spread batter in pan. Evenly spread and gently press the cookie dough into the prepared baking pan, ensuring an even thickness.
- Bake. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve. Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, slice into 12 bars and enjoy.
Notes
- You can use smooth or crunchy peanut butter based on your texture preference.
- Line the baking pan with parchment paper for easier removal and cleaner slicing.
- Check doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter and use allergen-free chocolate chips.
