Orange Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
These Orange Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars are absolutely my go to when I need something special but don't have hours to spend baking. The whole thing comes together in just 45 minutes from start to finish, making them perfect for busy weeknights or last minute gatherings. I love how the bright citrus from fresh orange juice and zest cuts through the richness of the chocolate and peanut butter, creating this wonderfully balanced flavor that keeps people reaching for more. Plus, peanut butter is packed with protein and healthy fats, so you can feel good about sharing these treats with your family. They're simple to make, budget friendly, and honestly taste like you spent way more effort than you actually did.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400peanut butter
- 400 ggranulated sugar
- 200 gbrown sugar
- 200 gunsalted butter
- 100 mlorange juice
- 2 tbsporange zest
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 6 tspbaking soda
- 4 tspsalt
- 250 gsemisweet chocolate chips
- 100 gchopped nuts
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350¿a). Line an 18x20 cm baking dish with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large bowl, cream the peanut butter and butter until smooth.
Tip: Make sure to get rid of any lumps!
- 3
Gradually add the granulated sugar and brown sugar, beating until well combined.
Tip: This is the hardest part – be patient!
- 4
Add the orange juice, orange zest, flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined.
Tip: Don't overmix – you want to keep the bars chunky!
- 5
Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.
Tip: Stir until smooth and glossy
- 6
Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter mixture and stir until well combined.
- 7
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
Tip: Make sure to get rid of any air pockets!
- 8
Bake for 25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
Tip: Don't overbake – the centers should still be slightly chewy
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan.
Tip: Let it cool completely before cutting into bars
- 10
Once cooled, refrigerate the bars for at least 30 minutes to set.
Tip: Cut into bars and store in an airtight container
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