Grandma Evelyn's Peanut Butter Bar Cookies
Transport yourself back to the comforting aroma of a warm kitchen with "Grandma Evelyn's Peanut Butter Bar Cookies," a nostalgic treat that perfectly blends creamy peanut butter and rich semisweet chocolate chips. These soft, chewy bars are made with pantry staples like brown sugar, vanilla extract, and a touch of peanut butter chips for an extra nutty twist. Ready in just 35 minutes, including prep time, they’re a quick and easy dessert that’s perfect for sharing with loved ones or indulging in on quiet evenings. Baked to golden perfection in a 9x13 pan, these bars deliver the ultimate combination of sweet and salty, with every bite melting in your mouth. A timeless dessert that’s as simple as it is satisfying, these peanut butter bar cookies will become a family favorite in no time.
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 unit large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup peanut butter chips
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Cream them together using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
Step 3
Add the peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the peanut butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 5
Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips and peanut butter chips with a spatula or wooden spoon until evenly distributed.
Step 6
Press the dough evenly into the prepared 9x13-inch pan, making sure to spread it into an even, smooth layer.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
Step 8
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, about 30 minutes.
Step 9
Once cooled, slice the peanut butter bars into 12 even squares or rectangles. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (974.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4597.8 |
| Total Fat 265.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 129.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 444.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1851.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 525.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 385.3g | |
| Protein 73.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 41IU | 0% |
| Calcium 387.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2145.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories