Salted Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C. Line an 20cm x 20cm baking tin with parchment paper.

   Tip: Use a lined tin to ensure easy removal of the bars.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, cream the peanut butter and butter until smooth.

   Tip: Use an electric mixer for this step, if you have one.

3. 3

   Gradually add the sugar and brown sugar to the bowl, beating until well combined.

   Tip: Be careful not to overbeat the mixture.

4. 4

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the salt.

   Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl as you go.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder and flour.

   Tip: Don't forget to sift the cocoa powder for an even texture.

6. 6

   Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.

   Tip: Don't overmix the batter.

7. 7

   Stir in the chopped peanuts and chocolate.

   Tip: Use a gentle touch to avoid crushing the chocolate.

8. 8

   Pour the batter into the prepared baking tin and smooth the top.

   Tip: Make sure the tin is evenly filled for a uniform bake.

9. 9

   Bake for 25 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centre is still slightly gooey.

   Tip: Don't overbake the bars.

10. 10

    Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the tin.

    Tip: This will help the bars set properly.

11. 11

    Once cool, melt the chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments.

    Tip: Stir between each interval to avoid burning the chocolate.

12. 12

    Pour the melted chocolate over the cooled bars and sprinkle with sea salt.

    Tip: Let the chocolate set before slicing and serving.