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 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Spatula
- 9×13-inch baking pan
- Parchment paper (optional)
- Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions
Let’s get started on these mouthwatering bars! First, I preheat my oven to 350°F (175°C) because a warm oven is key for baking perfection. While that’s heating up, I grab a large mixing bowl and beat together the creamy peanut butter and softened butter until smooth and creamy. The moment I start mixing, the rich peanut aroma fills my kitchen, and I can’t help but smile! Once that’s done, I add in the brown sugar and granulated sugar, mixing until everything is combined. It’s important to really cream these ingredients together for that dreamy texture. (See the next page below to continue steps…)