Description
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are a deliciously easy dessert that combines rich peanut butter with melty chocolate chips in a soft, chewy bar. Perfect for busy days, bake sales, or cozy nights in, these cookie bars deliver all the indulgence of classic cookies—without the scooping.
Ingredients
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1½ cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, beat together butter and peanut butter until smooth. Add granulated and brown sugars, and beat until fluffy.
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Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
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Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
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Fold in the chocolate chips.
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Spread dough evenly in the prepared pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before slicing into bars.
Notes
- For a twist, use dark or milk chocolate chips, or add chopped roasted peanuts.
- Swirl in raspberry jam before baking for a PB&J vibe.
- To cut clean squares, let bars cool completely (or chill for 15 minutes).
