Description
Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Bars are a decadent, no-bake dessert that perfectly marries the creamy goodness of peanut butter with the nostalgic flavor of cookie dough. These easy-to-make bars are perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, delighting both kids and adults alike. With a rich chocolate chip finish, they offer a satisfying treat that’s hard to resist. Customize with your favorite toppings for an added twist!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together peanut butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until creamy.
- Gradually fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined—aim for a thick but spreadable consistency.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Spread the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden around the edges but soft in the center.
- Cool for ten minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice into bars and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For a gluten-free option, substitute regular flour with almond flour. - Add nuts or dried fruits for extra texture and flavor variations. - Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.