Caramel Peanut Butter Bars
Prep
25 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
These Caramel Peanut Butter Bars are my go to dessert whenever I need something impressive but foolproof. They come together in under an hour, making them perfect for busy weeknights or last minute gatherings. The combination of rich caramel and creamy peanut butter is absolutely irresistible, and peanut butter brings natural protein and healthy fats to satisfy your cravings without the guilt. Best of all, most of these ingredients are pantry staples, so you probably have everything on hand already. Trust me, once you make these, they'll become a permanent fixture in your baking rotation.
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Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 400 gpeanut butter
- 800 ggranulated sugar
- 200 glight brown sugar
- 2eggs
- 10 gsalt
- 150 gunsalted butter
- 250 mlcaramel sauce
- 100 gpeanuts
- 5 gbaking soda
- 1 mLvanilla extract
- 20 gcocoa powder
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line an 18x18cm baking dish with parchment paper.
Tip: Make sure to grease the parchment paper lightly to prevent the bars from sticking.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and cocoa powder. Set aside.
Tip: This will help create a crunchy peanut butter crust.
- 3
In a large bowl, cream together the peanut butter and butter until smooth.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure everything is well combined.
- 4
Gradually add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract to the peanut butter mixture. Mix until well combined.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to a dense crust.
- 5
Beat in the eggs until well combined. Add the flour mixture and mix until just combined.
Tip: Be gentle to avoid developing the gluten in the flour.
- 6
Press half of the dough into the prepared baking dish. Drizzle with caramel sauce.
Tip: Make sure to spread it evenly to avoid any bare spots.
- 7
Top with the remaining dough, pressing gently to seal. Cut into bars.
Tip: Use a sharp knife to make clean cuts.
- 8
Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Tip: Avoid overbaking, as this can cause the bars to dry out.
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