Peanut Butter Bars (Printable Version)
Moist peanut butter bars featuring a creamy chocolate topping, blending rich sweetness and nutty taste.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Bars
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170 g unsalted butter, room temperature
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100 g granulated sugar
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220 g light brown sugar
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2 large eggs
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5 ml vanilla extract
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125 g creamy peanut butter, plus extra for spreading
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12.5 g baking soda
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3 g salt
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190 g all-purpose flour
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180 g old-fashioned rolled oats
→ Frosting
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60 g unsalted butter, melted
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8 g unsweetened cocoa powder
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22 ml milk
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150 g powdered sugar
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5 ml vanilla extract
# Guide to Cooking:
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Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).
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Beat together the room temperature butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Incorporate the eggs, vanilla extract, and creamy peanut butter into the creamed mixture until smooth.
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Mix baking soda, salt, all-purpose flour, and rolled oats in a separate bowl.
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Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and press the dough evenly into a greased 23x33 cm (9x13 inch) baking pan.
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Bake for 17 to 21 minutes until the center is just set. Allow to cool completely before proceeding.
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Spread a thin, even layer of creamy peanut butter over the cooled baked base.
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Combine melted butter and cocoa powder in a saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in milk, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Evenly spread the chocolate frosting over the peanut butter layer using a spatula.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Allow bars to cool completely before applying peanut butter and frosting for best texture.