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Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars

Irresistible Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars to Savor

Enjoy these delightful Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars, a perfect balance of chewy oatmeal and creamy peanut butter.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour swap with gluten-free flour if needed
  • 2 cups rolled oats don’t use instant oats
  • 1 cup brown sugar consider reducing for a lighter touch
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar adjust according to your taste preference
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda make sure it’s fresh
  • 1 teaspoon salt use unsalted butter to control salt levels
  • 1/2 cup butter choose salted or unsalted as you like
For the Flavor Layer
  • 1 cup peanut butter creamy or chunky, your choice
  • 1 cup chocolate chips swap for M&Ms or Reese’s Pieces for a fun twist

Equipment

  • 13x9 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pastry cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 13x9-inch baking dish with butter or line it with parchment paper.
    Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
    Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
  3. Cut in softened butter until the mixture becomes crumbly.
    Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the creamy or chunky peanut butter with a touch of granulated sugar until smooth.
    Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
  5. Press half of the oatmeal crumble into the bottom of your prepared baking pan. Spread the peanut butter fudge layer evenly over the crumble.
    Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
  6. Sprinkle the remaining crumble on top and evenly sprinkle chocolate chips over the top, pressing them lightly into the mixture.
    Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and slightly jiggles in the middle.
    Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
  8. Allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into pieces.
    Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bars can be customized with different mix-ins and are best when allowed to cool properly before cutting.

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