Layered Peanut Butter Bars

Layered Peanut Butter Bars
140 min.
36
181kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Layered Peanut Butter Bars, a treat that perfectly balances rich flavors and satisfying textures. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply craving a delicious dessert, these bars are sure to impress. With a buttery cookie base, a creamy peanut butter filling, and a luscious chocolate frosting, each bite is a heavenly experience that will leave you wanting more.

What makes these bars truly special is their versatility. They can be served as a decadent dessert, a delightful snack, or even a unique addition to your next picnic. The combination of creamy peanut butter and semisweet chocolate creates a flavor profile that is both comforting and indulgent, making them a favorite among peanut butter lovers.

Not only are these bars delicious, but they are also easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time. With a total time of just 140 minutes, you can whip up a batch and have them ready to share with friends and family in no time. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dessert that will be the star of any occasion!

Ingredients

  • pouch peanut butter sandwich cookie crumbs (1 lb 1.5 oz)
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • tablespoon water 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter 
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • teaspoons milk 
  • cup semi chocolate chips 
  • 0.3 cup butter 

Equipment

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

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  2. In large bowl, stir all Cookie Base ingredients until soft dough forms. Press dough in bottom of pan using floured fingers.
  3. Bake 15 to 18 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  4. In small bowl, beat all Filling ingredients with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth.
  5. Spread mixture evenly over cookie base.
  6. In microwavable bowl, microwave all Frosting ingredients on High 30 seconds; stir until smooth. Cool 10 minutes; spread over filling. Refrigerate 30 minutes or until set. For bars, cut into 9 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts

Calories181kcal
Protein4.93%
Fat53.35%
Carbs41.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.22
Glycemic Load
0.09
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.9995652203975%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:181.16kcal
9.06%
Fat:11.05g
17.01%
Saturated Fat:4.6g
28.76%
Carbohydrates:19.45g
6.48%
Net Carbohydrates:18.38g
6.68%
Sugar:14.16g
15.74%
Cholesterol:15.05mg
5.02%
Sodium:161.45mg
7.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:4.3mg
1.43%
Protein:2.3g
4.6%
Manganese:0.12mg
5.97%
Fiber:1.06g
4.26%
Copper:0.08mg
3.94%
Vitamin E:0.57mg
3.81%
Magnesium:15.13mg
3.78%
Iron:0.58mg
3.23%
Phosphorus:28.98mg
2.9%
Vitamin K:2.79µg
2.66%
Vitamin B3:0.52mg
2.61%
Vitamin A:127.73IU
2.55%
Zinc:0.25mg
1.64%
Potassium:51.93mg
1.48%
Selenium:1.03µg
1.48%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.07%