Description
These Chewy Peanut Butter Chocolate Candy Bars combine the creamy richness of peanut butter, gooey chocolate chips, and crunchy candy-coated chocolates for a treat that satisfies every sweet tooth. Perfect for parties, family snacks, or indulgent moments, these bars are quick and easy to prepare, using ingredients you likely have in your pantry!
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup creamy peanut butter
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup chocolate chips
1 cup candy-coated chocolates (Reese’s Pieces or M&Ms)
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
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Mix Wet Ingredients: Whisk melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Add peanut butter, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
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Prepare Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
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Add Chocolate: Fold in chocolate chips and most of the candy-coated chocolates, saving some for the topping.
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Bake: Spread batter in the prepared pan, sprinkle reserved chocolates on top, and bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown and set.
Cool and Serve: Let cool completely before slicing into bars.
Notes
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Storage: Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the refrigerator for 10 days.
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Freezing: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.
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Customization: Swap creamy peanut butter for chunky, use dairy-free ingredients for vegan bars, or try sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American