Name: Peanut Butter Lunch Lady Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Unsalted ButterEssential for a rich, tender base and a creamy, spreadable frosting. Ensure it's softened for optimal mixing in both components.; Granulated SugarProvides sweetness and helps achieve the perfect chewy texture in the bar's foundation.; Light Brown SugarAdds a subtle molasses flavor and contributes to the bar's moistness and depth.; Creamy Peanut ButterThe star of the show, delivering that classic nutty flavor to both the base and the delectable topping.; Large EggsAct as a binder, providing structure and moisture to the baked base of the bars.; Pure Vanilla PowderEnhances all the other flavors, adding a warm, aromatic note that elevates the entire treat.; All-Purpose FlourThe primary structural component for the bar, ensuring a tender yet sturdy consistency.; Old-Fashioned Rolled OatsContribute to the characteristic chewy texture and wholesome appeal of these classic bars.; Baking SodaHelps the bars rise slightly and contributes to their tender crumb.; SaltBalances the sweetness and amplifies the rich flavors of peanut butter and chocolate.; Powdered SugarThe base for the creamy frosting, ensuring a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture.; Milk or Plant-Based BeverageUsed in the frosting to achieve the desired consistency, making it smooth and easy to spread.; Semi-Sweet Chocolate ChipsMelted to create a luscious, glossy layer atop the peanut butter frosting, adding another layer of indulgence.

Ingredients

Unsalted ButterEssential for a rich, tender base and a creamy, spreadable frosting. Ensure it's softened for optimal mixing in both components.
Granulated SugarProvides sweetness and helps achieve the perfect chewy texture in the bar's foundation.
Light Brown SugarAdds a subtle molasses flavor and contributes to the bar's moistness and depth.
Creamy Peanut ButterThe star of the show, delivering that classic nutty flavor to both the base and the delectable topping.
Large EggsAct as a binder, providing structure and moisture to the baked base of the bars.
Pure Vanilla PowderEnhances all the other flavors, adding a warm, aromatic note that elevates the entire treat.
All-Purpose FlourThe primary structural component for the bar, ensuring a tender yet sturdy consistency.
Old-Fashioned Rolled OatsContribute to the characteristic chewy texture and wholesome appeal of these classic bars.
Baking SodaHelps the bars rise slightly and contributes to their tender crumb.
SaltBalances the sweetness and amplifies the rich flavors of peanut butter and chocolate.
Powdered SugarThe base for the creamy frosting, ensuring a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Milk or Plant-Based BeverageUsed in the frosting to achieve the desired consistency, making it smooth and easy to spread.
Semi-Sweet Chocolate ChipsMelted to create a luscious, glossy layer atop the peanut butter frosting, adding another layer of indulgence.

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Instructions

Step 1:Prepare for Baking
Step 2:Create the Bar Base
Step 3:Bake the Bars
Step 4:Whip Up the Peanut Butter Frosting
Step 5:Assemble and Chill
Step 6:Slice and Serve

Notes

Keep these delightful bars stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week to maintain their perfect chewy texture and creamy frosting.
While delicious chilled, let them sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before serving to soften the chocolate and bring out the full creamy peanut butter flavor.
For an extra indulgent treat, serve a bar slightly warmed with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of extra melted chocolate.
For the best results, ensure your unsalted butter is perfectly softened for both the bar base and the frosting; this crucial step makes a world of difference for a smooth, lump-free mixture and a superior texture.

Author: Maya Rose
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

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