Peanut Butter Fudge Bars

Indulge in the ultimate sweet treat with these rich and decadent Peanut Butter Fudge Bars! Featuring a buttery peanut butter cookie base topped with a luscious layer of creamy chocolate fudge, this dessert strikes the perfect balance between chewy and fudgy textures. Made with pantry staples like smooth peanut butter, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and sweetened condensed milk, these bars are surprisingly easy to prepare in under an hour. Ideal for bake sales, potlucks, or satisfying your sweet tooth at home, this recipe creates 16 irresistible squares that store beautifully for days, making them the perfect make-ahead dessert. With their delightful combination of flavors and simple preparation steps, Peanut Butter Fudge Bars are sure to become a go-to favorite for peanut butter and chocolate lovers alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

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
• 1 cup smooth peanut butter
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for fudge layer)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy.

Step 3

Mix in the peanut butter, eggs, and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until a dough forms.

Step 5

Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan, pressing it into an even layer.

Step 6

Bake the peanut butter layer in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until lightly golden and set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.

Step 7

While the cookie base cools, prepare the fudge layer. In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.

Step 8

Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract for the fudge layer.

Step 9

Pour the fudge mixture evenly over the cooled peanut butter layer, spreading it smooth with an offset spatula.

Step 10

Allow the bars to set at room temperature for at least 2 hours, or refrigerate for 1 hour for quicker setting.

Step 11

Once the fudge layer is firm, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Use a sharp knife to cut them into 16 squares.

Step 12

Store the Peanut Butter Fudge Bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1812.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7576.0

Total Fat 354.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 158.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 755.0mg	0%
Sodium 3383.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1030.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.2g	0%
Total Sugars 756.2g
Protein 148.2g	0%

Vitamin D 111.8IU	0%
Calcium 1361.7mg	0%
Iron 28.9mg	0%
Potassium 2103.5mg	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: 40.4%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 52.1%