Indulgence comes in many forms, but few can rival the irresistible combination of peanut butter and chocolate. If you’re seeking a treat that’s equal parts gooey, sweet, and satisfying, look no further than Peanut Butter Cup Gooey Cookie Bars. This recipe marries the beloved flavors of peanut butter cups with gooey cookie dough, resulting in a dessert that’s sure to delight your taste buds. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, these bars are guaranteed to be a hit.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup chocolate chips
- 30 Miniature Peanut Butter Cups
- 1 (14 ounce) can fat-free sweetened condensed milk
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13” baking pan with foil and spray with nonstick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, stir melted butter with both sugars until well combined.
- Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Mix in vanilla, salt, and baking soda until fully incorporated.
- Gradually mix in flour until a thick cookie dough forms. Stir in chocolate chips, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- In a small bowl, mix sweetened condensed milk with peanut butter until smooth, creating a luscious peanut butter filling.
- Press half of the cookie dough into the prepared pan, forming an even layer on the bottom.
- Arrange the miniature peanut butter cups over the cookie dough, gently pressing them into the dough.
- Pour the sweetened condensed milk and peanut butter mixture over the peanut butter cups, ensuring it covers them evenly.
- Crumble the remaining cookie dough over the top, spreading it out to cover the sweetened condensed milk layer as much as possible.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the bars are golden brown and set in the center.
- Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares. This helps them set and ensures they hold their shape.
- Once cooled, slice the bars into individual servings and enjoy! For optimal flavor, serve at room temperature.
Storage:
- Store leftover Peanut Butter Cup Gooey Cookie Bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For longer storage, these bars can be frozen for up to a month. Simply wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe container.
Conclusion
In the realm of indulgent desserts, Peanut Butter Cup Gooey Cookie Bars reign supreme. With layers of rich cookie dough, creamy peanut butter filling, and mini peanut butter cups, each bite is a symphony of flavors and textures. Whether you’re sharing them with friends and family or savoring them solo, these bars are guaranteed to satisfy even the most discerning sweet tooth. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat your oven, and treat yourself to a batch of these irresistible delights. Trust us, you won’t regret it.
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Peanut Butter Cup Gooey Cookie Bars
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 24 1x
Description
These Peanut Butter Cup Gooey Cookie Bars are a sublime creation, melding the rich flavors of peanut butter and chocolate into a dessert that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. The bars feature a buttery cookie base studded with chocolate chips and peanut butter cups, topped with a silky layer of peanut butter-infused sweetened condensed milk, and finished with chunks of cookie dough. The result is a multi-textured treat that’s gooey, chewy, and irresistibly decadent.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 cup light brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup chocolate chips
30 Miniature Peanut Butter Cups
1 (14 ounce) can fat-free sweetened condensed milk
¼ cup creamy peanut butter
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13” baking pan with foil and spray with nonstick spray.
Stir melted butter with both sugars. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Mix in vanilla, salt, and baking soda. Gradually mix in flour. Stir in chocolate chips.
In a small bowl, mix sweetened condensed milk with peanut butter until smooth.
Press half the cookie dough into the prepared pan. Place peanut butter cups over the dough.
Pour the sweetened condensed milk mixture over, avoiding direct contact with the foil edges. Crumble the remaining dough on top and press down slightly. It should mostly cover the layer beneath.
Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely before slicing into bars.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month. Best served at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes