These Peanut Butter Bars are the ultimate crowd-pleasing dessert, offering a dense, chewy texture and an intense peanut flavor that rivals any bakery. Made with a generous amount of creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, and vanilla, they bake up golden and moist. The simplicity of the ingredient list makes them easy to prepare in large batches, while the dusting of confectioners’ sugar adds a touch of elegance and sweetness. Ideal for school fundraisers, office parties, or holiday cookie trays, these bars are sturdy enough to transport yet tender enough to melt in your mouth. They pair beautifully with a hot cup of coffee or tea, making them a comforting treat for any occasion.
Peanut Butter Bars For A Crowd
Description
These Peanut Butter Bars are the ultimate crowd-pleasing dessert, offering a dense, chewy texture and an intense peanut flavor that rivals any bakery. Made with a generous amount of creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, and vanilla, they bake up golden and moist. The simplicity of the ingredient list makes them easy to prepare in large batches, while the dusting of confectioners' sugar adds a touch of elegance and sweetness. Ideal for school fundraisers, office parties, or holiday cookie trays, these bars are sturdy enough to transport yet tender enough to melt in your mouth. They pair beautifully with a hot cup of coffee or tea, making them a comforting treat for any occasion.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC). Grease three 15x10x1-inch baking pans.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, peanut butter, shortening, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
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Divide the batter evenly among the three prepared baking pans. Press firmly and evenly into the corners and edges using a spatula.
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Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pans on wire racks.
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Once cooled, dust generously with confectioners' sugar before cutting into squares or rectangles.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 5320.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 141.3g218%
- Saturated Fat 38.3g192%
- Cholesterol 559.5mg187%
- Sodium 12125.1mg506%
- Total Carbohydrate 930.9g311%
- Dietary Fiber 20.2g81%
- Sugars 550.4g
- Protein 97.5g195%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
