Peanut Butter Lunch Lady Cookie Bars
Ingredients:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup quick oats
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the peanut butter, softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. Stir in the quick oats and mini chocolate chips if using.
7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow to cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
Kcal: 280 kcal | Servings: 12 bars
Tips:
Use natural peanut butter for a healthier option with less added sugar.
For extra chewiness, slightly underbake the bars and let them cool in the pan.