Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of peanut butter and chocolate with these irresistible Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these bars are a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until fully incorporated. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Bake: Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 22–26 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
- Cool and serve: Cool completely in the pan before lifting out and cutting into squares.
Notes
- For softer bars, slightly underbake and let them set as they cool.
- You can substitute milk chocolate chips or add chopped nuts if desired.
