Layered Peanut Butter Bars Cookie Mix

Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and salty with these decadent Layered Peanut Butter Bars Cookie Mix. This no-fuss dessert features a buttery, oat-filled cookie base layered with rich, creamy peanut butter and topped with a smooth chocolate ganache—all crowned with a crumbly cookie topping for added texture. Crafted with simple pantry staples like semi-sweet chocolate chips, powdered sugar, and old-fashioned oats, this recipe comes together in just 20 minutes of prep time and bakes to perfection in a 9x9-inch pan. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or craving a weeknight treat, these layered bars deliver big flavor in every bite. Perfect for peanut butter lovers and chocolate enthusiasts alike, these customizable bars are destined to be your next crowd-pleasing favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 37/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Old-fashioned oats
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 0.75 cup Peanut butter, creamy
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch square baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and oats until evenly combined.

Step 3

Add the melted butter to the dry ingredients and stir until the mixture forms a crumbly but cohesive dough.

Step 4

Press two-thirds of the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the base layer. Reserve the rest for the topping.

Step 5

Bake the base layer for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.

Step 6

While the base cools, prepare the peanut butter layer: In a medium bowl, mix together the peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Spread the peanut butter mixture evenly over the cooled cookie base, using a spatula to smooth the surface.

Step 8

Next, make the chocolate topping: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until the mixture is fully melted and smooth.

Step 9

Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer and spread it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 10

Sprinkle the reserved cookie dough mixture over the chocolate layer to create a crumbly topping.

Step 11

Refrigerate the bars for at least 1 hour, or until the chocolate is set and the layers are firm.

Step 12

Slice into bars and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1123.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5156.0

Total Fat 247.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 112.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 288.3mg	0%
Sodium 2489.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 716.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.7g	0%
Total Sugars 519.8g
Protein 80.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 361.6mg	0%
Iron 17.9mg	0%
Potassium 1861.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.2%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 52.9%