Get ready to experience a mouthwatering explosion of flavors that will make your taste buds dance with joy! These Chocolate Chip Peanut Bars are not just another dessert - they're a heavenly combination of rich, creamy peanut butter and decadent chocolate chips that will have everyone begging for your recipe. Whether you're a busy parent looking for a quick treat or a dessert enthusiast searching for the perfect sweet indulgence, these bars are about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 16 bars
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine peanut butter and sugar. Mix thoroughly until the mixture becomes smooth and well-incorporated.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure a uniform consistency.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and salt, mixing until the ingredients are completely blended.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan, using a spatula to spread it evenly and create a smooth top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan for about 30 minutes.
- Using the parchment paper overhang, lift the bars out of the pan and place on a cutting board.
- Cut into 16 equal squares, ensuring clean, even cuts with a sharp knife.
- Serve at room temperature and store any remaining bars in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Use room temperature eggs and peanut butter for smoother mixing and better texture
- Choose high-quality chocolate chips for maximum flavor impact
- Don't overmix the batter - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep bars tender
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and clean cutting
- Let bars cool completely before cutting to ensure clean, neat squares
- For extra richness, consider using chunky peanut butter instead of smooth
- Store bars in an airtight container to maintain freshness and soft texture
- For a gourmet touch, sprinkle a little sea salt on top before baking for a sweet-salty contrast
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 35mg
