Description
These Peanut Butter Cookie Bars are a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of peanut butter with the sweetness of brown sugar and a hint of vanilla. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Base:
- 1 cup peanut butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a baking dish.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the peanut butter, softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Add Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined.
- Bake: Spread the cookie dough evenly in the prepared baking dish. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool and Cut: Allow the cookie bars to cool in the dish before cutting into squares. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- You can add chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra flavor and texture.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
