Description
Peanut Butter Lunch Lady Cookie Bars are a delightful throwback to simpler times, blending the comforting flavors of peanut butter with a chewy texture that everyone loves. These easy-to-make bars come together quickly, making them an ideal treat for after-school snacks, family gatherings, or dessert parties. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up a batch in under 30 minutes. The rich peanut butter flavor shines through every bite, and they’re versatile enough to customize with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts. Serve them warm or at room temperature, paired with a glass of cold milk or a warm cup of tea for the ultimate indulgence.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Mix in the peanut butter until well blended, then add eggs one at a time.
- Gradually fold in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown on the edges.
- Allow cooling before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - Use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor. - Customize by adding chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture. - Ensure proper measuring to maintain texture and taste.