Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Bars
Delicious chocolate chip peanut butter bars combine creamy peanut butter with cookie dough and chocolate chips, making a rich, sweet treat perfect for satisfying dessert cravings or sharing with friends.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Press half of the cookie dough into a well greased 9 by 9-inch square baking dish.
- Mix the remaining ingredients (powdered sugar and peanut butter) and press over the first layer of cookie dough.
- Crumble and sprinkle the remaining half of the cookie dough over the peanut butter mixture.
- Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 35 minutes.
- Allow to cool, then cut into bars and serve.
Tips & Substitutions
To enhance the flavor, consider adding a pinch of salt or a splash of vanilla extract to the peanut butter mixture. If you don’t have reduced fat peanut butter, regular peanut butter will work just fine, but it may alter the texture slightly. For a twist, try using cookie dough with butterscotch morsels instead of chocolate chips to create a unique flavor profile.
Serving Suggestions
These Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Bars are delicious on their own but pair beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert. For a snack, serve them alongside fresh fruit or a dollop of yogurt. You can also cut them into smaller squares for bite-sized treats at gatherings or parties.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate them for up to a week. If you want to reheat, simply pop them in the microwave for about 10-15 seconds, just until warm, to enjoy that soft, gooey texture again.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Bars contains roughly 369 calories, with 8g protein, 48g carbohydrates, and 18g fat. It is a good source of protein (16% of the Daily Value) and dietary fiber (10% of the Daily Value). It also contributes 3g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use homemade cookie dough instead of refrigerated?
Absolutely! Homemade cookie dough will work perfectly in this recipe. Just ensure it has a similar consistency to the refrigerated version. You can browse more American recipes to find your favorite cookie dough recipe to use as a base.
Can I make these bars gluten-free?
Yes, you can use a gluten-free refrigerated cookie dough to make these bars gluten-free. Additionally, check the powdered sugar to ensure it’s gluten-free, as most brands are, but it’s always good to double-check labels.
How can I make these bars more chocolatey?
For a richer chocolate flavor, consider mixing in some chocolate chips into the peanut butter layer or drizzling melted chocolate on top once they are cooled. This will add an extra layer of decadence to your bars.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).