Love Em Bars

Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with these irresistible Love Em Bars, a decadent combination of chewy oats, gooey peanut butter, and melty chocolate chips. Perfectly layered and baked to golden perfection, these dessert bars offer a harmonious blend of rich textures and flavors that make every bite unforgettable. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, this recipe is as easy as it is satisfying, making it an ideal treat for any occasion. Whether you're serving them as an after-dinner dessert, packing them for lunches, or enjoying a cozy snack, these bars are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Plus, they store beautifully for up to 5 days, so you can savor their deliciousness all week long.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup peanut butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Step 5

Fold in the rolled oats using a spatula or wooden spoon. Then, gently mix in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 6

Transfer half of the dough into the prepared baking dish and press it down evenly to create the bottom layer.

Step 7

Using a small saucepan or the microwave, slightly warm the peanut butter until it becomes pourable. Drizzle the peanut butter evenly over the bottom dough layer.

Step 8

Add the remaining dough on top of the peanut butter layer, using your hands or a spatula to press it into an even layer.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.

Step 10

Remove the baking dish from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 16 squares or rectangles. Serve and enjoy!

Step 11

Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1228.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5262.0

Total Fat 253.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 117.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.0g
Cholesterol 620mg	0%
Sodium 2664.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 711.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.3g	0%
Total Sugars 391.6g
Protein 107.3g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 380.3mg	0%
Iron 28.8mg	0%
Potassium 2007.2mg	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: 41.0%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 51.3%