Peanut Butter Bars with Milk Chocolate Frosting

Indulge in the ultimate sweet-and-salty treat with these rich and decadent Peanut Butter Bars with Milk Chocolate Frosting. Perfectly chewy and packed with creamy peanut butter flavor, these easy-to-make dessert bars are topped with a smooth, velvety milk chocolate frosting that melts in your mouth. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a simple blend of pantry staples like brown sugar, vanilla, and peanut butter, you’ll have a crowd-pleasing dessert ready in no time. Whether you're baking for a party, potluck, or late-night craving, these bars are a guaranteed hit. Best served freshly sliced or stored for up to five days, they’re as versatile as they are irresistible. Make these milk chocolate peanut butter bars your next go-to dessert recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups milk chocolate chips
• 3 tablespoons heavy cream

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes using a hand mixer or stand mixer.

Step 3

Add the peanut butter to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until well incorporated.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 9

While the bars are cooling, prepare the milk chocolate frosting. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the milk chocolate chips and heavy cream.

Step 10

Microwave the chocolate mixture in 20-second increments, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.

Step 11

Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the cooled peanut butter bars, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 12

Let the frosting set at room temperature or refrigerate the bars for quicker setting.

Step 13

Once the frosting has set, slice the bars into 16 squares or rectangles and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1306.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5845.9

Total Fat 337.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 150.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 713.0mg	0%
Sodium 3081.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 631.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.3g	0%
Total Sugars 390.8g
Protein 120.8g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 740.8mg	0%
Iron 22.4mg	0%
Potassium 2862.8mg	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: 50.3%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 41.8%