Peanut Butter Fudgy Bars

Indulge in the ultimate sweet treat with these rich and decadent Peanut Butter Fudgy Bars, a dessert that combines buttery layers of soft peanut butter cookie dough with a luscious, gooey chocolate fudge center. Perfectly balanced with the salty sweetness of creamy peanut butter and the velvety texture of semi-sweet chocolate, this recipe is a surefire hit for any occasion. Ready in under an hour, these bars are easy to prepare with pantry staples like sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and brown sugar, making them ideal for last-minute baking. Serve them as the centerpiece of your dessert table or pair with a cold glass of milk for an irresistible snack. With a golden crumbly topping, rich chocolate middle, and soft cookie base, these Peanut Butter Fudgy Bars are guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth and leave everyone reaching for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for fudge layer)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add in the peanut butter and continue mixing until well combined.

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Step 7

Press two-thirds of the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan to form the base layer. Reserve the remaining dough for later.

Step 8

In a medium saucepan set over low heat, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Stir continuously until the chocolate chips are fully melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from the heat and stir in the additional vanilla extract.

Step 9

Pour the chocolate fudge mixture over the peanut butter base, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 10

Crumble the reserved dough evenly over the fudge layer to create a topping.

Step 11

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

Step 12

Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, cut into squares or bars and serve.

Step 13

Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the refrigerator for a firmer texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1798.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7405.6

Total Fat 329.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 145.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 755.0mg	0%
Sodium 3398.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1059.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.3g	0%
Total Sugars 805.3g
Protein 145.5g	0%

Vitamin D 111.8IU	0%
Calcium 1585.1mg	0%
Iron 26.1mg	0%
Potassium 3693.5mg	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: 38.1%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 54.4%