Description
Rich, chewy, and totally addictive, Peanut Butter Passion Bars are the ultimate dessert for peanut butter lovers. With a soft cookie base, gooey peanut butter filling, and layers of chocolate chips and crunchy toppings, these bars are a crowd-pleasing treat perfect for potlucks, bake sales, or just a sweet craving fix.
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Ingredients
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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½ cup creamy peanut butter
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1 cup brown sugar, packed
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1 large egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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½ tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
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½ cup chopped peanuts (optional)
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½ cup peanut butter chips (optional for extra peanut butter flavor)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare Pan
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper or grease with nonstick spray.
Step 2: Cream Butter and Sugars
In a large bowl, cream together butter, peanut butter, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract and beat until well combined.
Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
Step 4: Add the Good Stuff
Fold in chocolate chips, chopped peanuts, and peanut butter chips (if using) with a spatula.
Step 5: Spread and Bake
Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Do not overbake—they should be soft and chewy in the center.
Step 6: Cool and Cut
Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cut into bars and serve.
Notes
Don’t Overmix – Stir just until the flour disappears to keep bars soft.
Use Room Temp Ingredients – Makes mixing smoother and easier.
Line the Pan – For easy removal and cleaner slices.
Add a Drizzle – Melt extra peanut butter or chocolate and drizzle on top before serving.
Make It Your Own – Add crushed pretzels, mini marshmallows, or swirl in raspberry jam.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Cuisine: American