These Mrs. Fields Peanut Butter Dream Bars are a classic dessert that combines three distinct layers of flavor and texture. The base is a crisp, buttery cookie crust made from crumbled cookies and melted butter. The middle layer is a thick, creamy peanut butter mixture that adds a rich, nutty sweetness. The top is finished with a layer of smooth, melted chocolate that hardens into a delicate shell. These bars are perfect for potlucks, cookie jars, or satisfying a sweet tooth. They require no baking for the filling, making them a quick and easy treat to assemble. The combination of crunchy, creamy, and smooth textures makes every bite delightful. Store them in the refrigerator to maintain their shape and enjoy them chilled for the best flavor experience.
Mrs. Fields Peanut Butter Dream Bars
Description
These Mrs. Fields Peanut Butter Dream Bars are a classic dessert that combines three distinct layers of flavor and texture. The base is a crisp, buttery cookie crust made from crumbled cookies and melted butter. The middle layer is a thick, creamy peanut butter mixture that adds a rich, nutty sweetness. The top is finished with a layer of smooth, melted chocolate that hardens into a delicate shell. These bars are perfect for potlucks, cookie jars, or satisfying a sweet tooth. They require no baking for the filling, making them a quick and easy treat to assemble. The combination of crunchy, creamy, and smooth textures makes every bite delightful. Store them in the refrigerator to maintain their shape and enjoy them chilled for the best flavor experience.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
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Crush the chocolate chip cookies into fine crumbs in a medium mixing bowl.
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Add the melted butter to the cookie crumbs and stir until the mixture is evenly moistened and resembles wet sand.
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Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 9x9-inch square baking pan.
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Bake the crust for 10 minutes, or until the edges are set and firm.
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Remove the pan from the oven and allow the crust to cool completely in the pan.
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In a separate bowl, mix the peanut butter and powdered sugar together until smooth and well blended.
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Melt the milk chocolate chips in a double boiler over low heat, stirring frequently until smooth. Alternatively, microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted.
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Spread half of the melted chocolate evenly over the cooled cookie crust.
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Place the pan in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes, or until the chocolate layer is hardened.
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Remove from the refrigerator and spread the peanut butter mixture evenly over the hardened chocolate layer.
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Spread the remaining melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer, covering it completely to the edges.
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Refrigerate the bars for at least 1 hour, or until the top chocolate layer is completely set and firm.
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Cut into squares or rectangles and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 25
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 220kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12.0g19%
- Saturated Fat 7.0g35%
- Cholesterol 10.0mg4%
- Sodium 95.0mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 28.0g10%
- Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
- Sugars 22.0g
- Protein 3.0g6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Make sure the crust is completely cool before adding the chocolate layer to prevent melting.
For a richer flavor, you can use dark chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
If the peanut butter mixture is too stiff, add a teaspoon of milk to soften it for easier spreading.
These bars are best served cold from the refrigerator.
