Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bars Recipe

Two amazing flavors combine to make this super easy and delicious Chocolate Chip Bars Recipe. With easy ingredients and short on time, this is a perfect bar recipe.

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I’m obsessed with the combination of peanut butter and chocolate chips and these Cookie Bars do not lack in that are at all. This chocolate chip bars recipe is perfect with peanut butter, peanut butter chips, and chocolate chips.

Cookie Bars are super fun and easy, quick to whip up, and require minimal time and effort. This recipe is perfect any time of year and for any type of function.

I love recipes that you can make whenever you want. They are perfect for gatherings, bake sales, or just because you want some sweets around the house.

These Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars really are what the name states; they are soft and chewy cookies turned into bar form.

If you don’t want to make individual cookies but want that cookie flavor, chewy Cookie Bars are the perfect compromise. I think they’re better than regular cookies.

These are a staple in our household, and we make lots of different flavors, but peanut butter and chocolate trump pretty much any flavor, in my opinion.

Once you try this chocolate chip bars recipe, it will automatically become part of your dessert rotation—and I’m not being biased on that one—just wait until you make them yourself!

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• WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:
• INGREDIENTS NEEDED (SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST FOR THE FULL RECIPE CARD):
• HOW TO MAKE CHOCOLATE CHIP BARS recipe:
• FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RECIPE:
• WHAT IS THE TASTE AND TEXTURE OF THESE COOKIE BARS?
• CAN I USE CRUNCHY PEANUT BUTTER OR NO PEANUT BUTTER?
• ANY ADDITIONS?
• ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?
• HOW TO STORE:
• DANA’S TIPS AND TRICKS:
• Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

1. Easy pantry staples make this cookie craving fast to put together.
2. You can halve this recipe to make less for a smaller family or yourself. Then again you can also make a double batch!
3. The flavor combination of these easy cookie bars is epic and really work perfectly together.

• All-purpose flour
• Baking powder
• Fine sea salt
• Unsalted butter
• Creamy peanut butter
• Granulated sugar
• Light brown sugar
• Eggs
• Vanilla extract
• Peanut butter chips
• Semi-sweet chocolate chips

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1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a 9×13 baking pan with parchment paper, set aside.
2. In a large bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, and salt and set aside.
3. In the bowl of a stand mixer on low speed with the paddle attachment or in a large bowl with an electric hand mixer, cream the butter with the peanut butter until smooth.
4. Add the granulated and brown sugar to the bowl and stir it in until combined. 
5. Add the eggs one at a time until fully mixed in along with the vanilla.
6. Next, add the dry ingredients a little at a time to the wet ingredients until fully mixed in. 
7. Lastly, add the peanut butter chips and chocolate chips, stir until just combined.
8. Press the cookie dough into the prepared pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and they are golden brown.
9. Let cool completely then lift the bars out using the parchment paper to help. Cut into bars and serve.

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WHAT IS THE TASTE AND TEXTURE OF THESE COOKIE BARS?

Peanut butter cookie base loaded with peanut butter chips and chocolate chips!

This is the perfect treat for the peanut butter with chocolate lover.

Way easier than making a bunch of small cookies, just mix, bake, and cut! 

The cookie bars are thick, slightly crisp on the outside, and soft and chewy on the inside. 

If you like more of a gooey center, under-cook these for about 5 minutes.

CAN I USE CRUNCHY PEANUT BUTTER OR NO PEANUT BUTTER?

If you want to use crunchy peanut butter, you can use it in place of the creamy peanut butter 1:1.

If you don’t want peanut butter in the cookie batter, just replace it with an equal amount of more butter. 

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ANY ADDITIONS?

You bet!

Trying new things is a good idea and a fun way to upgrade your favorite chewy chocolate chip cookies or bar cookie recipes. These simple add-ins can help you get the best flavor and the chewiest cookie bars every time.

• Teaspoon of Instant Espresso Powder
Stir it into the flour mixture to boost the chocolate flavor. Perfect for your first time trying a twist on a classic chocolate chip cookie.

• Flaky Sea Salt
Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before baking for that sweet-and-salty combo that pairs well with semisweet chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips.

• White Chocolate Chips
Toss in 1 cup of white chocolate chips for a fun, sweet layer of flavor and a triple chocolate bar.

• Dark Chocolate Chunks
Use chocolate chunks or melty chocolate for that gooey texture in every bite. Great with brown butter or dark brown sugar in the mix.

• Chopped Nuts
Add 1 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch. It’s a great way to level up the chewy texture of your cookie bar.

• Toffee Bits
Fold in 1 cup for a caramel-like flavor that’s a huge hit with peanut butter or milk chocolate chips.

• Shredded Coconut
Mix in 1 cup for a tropical twist and chewy consistency.• Cinnamon
Add 1 teaspoon to your flour mixture for a warm, cozy flavor that works especially well in easy bars and quick dessert recipes.

ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?

Though I do think this is the perfect recipe for cookie bars, feel free to try out these ideas!

• Crunchy Peanut Butter: Use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy for added texture in the cookie dough.
• Natural Peanut Butter: For a more wholesome option, substitute regular peanut butter with natural peanut butter, though this may slightly affect the texture.
• Butter Substitute: For a dairy-free option, use margarine or a plant-based butter substitute without sacrificing the rich, buttery flavor.
• Almond Butter: Swap peanut butter with almond butter for a different nutty flavor and to cater to peanut allergies.
• Gluten-Free Flour: Use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend in this chocolate chip cookie bar recipe instead of regular flour to make these bars gluten-free.

These can be stored in an airtight container where they will keep at room temperature for up to 5 days.

They can also be frozen, to do this you can individually wrap the bars in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer container where they will keep for up to 3 months.

To defrost, you can either place it on a countertop or in the refrigerator overnight until thawed.

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Love chocolate and peanut butter together? Then this Chocolate Chip Bars Recipe with peanut butter are the best way to go! Super easy and tasty.

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