Gluten-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Layer Bars

Gluten-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Layer Bars
130 min.
32
254kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delectable Gluten-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Layer Bars, a perfect treat for any occasion! Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply craving a delightful dessert, these bars are sure to impress. With a rich chocolate chip cookie base, a creamy peanut butter filling, and a luscious chocolate topping, each bite is a heavenly combination of flavors and textures.

What makes these bars even more appealing is their gluten-free nature, allowing everyone to enjoy them without worry. The recipe is straightforward, making it accessible for both novice and experienced bakers alike. The use of Betty Gluten Free chocolate chip cookie mix ensures that you achieve that classic cookie taste while keeping it gluten-free.

Imagine the joy of biting into a soft, chewy layer of cookie, followed by a smooth and creamy peanut butter filling, all topped off with a rich chocolate glaze. These bars are not just a dessert; they are a celebration of flavors that will leave your guests asking for seconds. Plus, they can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator, making them a convenient option for busy days.

So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dessert that will be the star of your next event. These Gluten-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Layer Bars are not just a treat; they are an experience that combines the best of chocolate and peanut butter in every delicious layer!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 0.3 cup butter softened
  • 19 oz chocolate chip cookie mix gluten free
  • oz cream cheese softened
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup peanut butter 
  • 0.7 cup peanut butter 
  • 0.8 cup powdered sugar 
  • 1.3 cups semi chocolate chips 
  • 0.5 cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. Spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. In large bowl, stir cookie base and topping ingredients until soft dough forms. Make 6 cookies by dropping rounded teaspoonfuls of dough onto ungreased cookie sheet; flatten slightly.
  2. Press remaining dough in pan.
  3. Bake cookies and base 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Cool 10 minutes. Reserve cookies for topping.
  4. In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips and 1/4 cup butter uncovered on High 1 minute to 1 minute 30 seconds, stirring every 30 seconds, until melted and stirred smooth.
  5. Spread evenly over bars. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
  6. In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, 2/3 cup peanut butter, the powdered sugar and whipping cream with electric mixer on low speed until blended. Beat on high speed about 2 minutes or until light and fluffy.
  7. Spread over chocolate layer.
  8. Crush reserved cookies; sprinkle over cream cheese layer. Press in lightly. Refrigerate until set, at least 1 hour. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 4 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories254kcal
Protein5.79%
Fat63.02%
Carbs31.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.36
Glycemic Load
5.62
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.1186956568095%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:253.54kcal
12.68%
Fat:18.14g
27.9%
Saturated Fat:8.44g
52.73%
Carbohydrates:20.2g
6.73%
Net Carbohydrates:18.77g
6.83%
Sugar:12.01g
13.35%
Cholesterol:27.14mg
9.05%
Sodium:147.59mg
6.42%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:6.05mg
2.02%
Protein:3.75g
7.5%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.63%
Magnesium:32.7mg
8.18%
Vitamin B3:1.48mg
7.4%
Phosphorus:67.32mg
6.73%
Vitamin E:0.98mg
6.54%
Copper:0.12mg
6.22%
Fiber:1.42g
5.68%
Vitamin A:264.2IU
5.28%
Folate:19.77µg
4.94%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.8%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.74%
Iron:0.82mg
4.58%
Potassium:131.81mg
3.77%
Zinc:0.54mg
3.61%
Selenium:2.12µg
3.03%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.3%
Calcium:19.43mg
1.94%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.82%
Vitamin K:1.09µg
1.04%