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Delicious Peanut Butter Cup Gooey Bars Recipe

Delicious Peanut Butter Cup Gooey Bars Recipe
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These delicious Peanut Butter Cup Gooey Bars combine creamy peanut butter, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and a chewy brown sugar base for a rich, melt-in-your-mouth treat. Perfect for peanut butter and chocolate lovers, this easy-to-make recipe delivers gooey, flavorful bars that are great for dessert or snack time.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter (natural or classic, no chunks)
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (sifted)
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on two sides to easily lift out the bars later. This ensures even baking and easy removal.
  2. Mix Your Batter: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to combine 1 cup creamy peanut butter and 1 cup packed light brown sugar on medium speed for about two minutes until smooth and well blended. Then add 2 eggs one at a time, mixing until each is fully incorporated. Gently fold in 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour without overmixing, followed by folding in 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter.
  3. Bake Your Bars: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes depending on desired gooeyness. Check around 25 minutes by inserting a toothpick in the center; if it comes out clean, the bars are done. Remove from the oven and cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 15 minutes before lifting out using the parchment paper handles. Let cool completely and cut into squares.

Notes

  • Use creamy peanut butter, not chunky, for best texture.
  • Sift the flour to prevent lumps and ensure even mixing.
  • If you prefer extra chocolaty bars, add some chopped chocolate along with chips before baking.
  • Allow bars to cool completely before cutting to maintain their structure and gooey texture.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a firmer texture.

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Keywords: Peanut Butter Bars, Gooey Bars, Chocolate Chip Bars, Peanut Butter Dessert, Easy Baking Recipe

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