Peanut Butter Bars - Master Cookbook Recipe # 353

Name: Peanut Butter Bars - Master Cookbook Recipe # 353
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 12-16
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 2 large eggs; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed; 1/4 cup peanut butter (Jif brand recommended); 2 Tbsp salted butter, room temperature; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 1/2 cups self-rising flour; (Note: If using all-purpose flour, add 1 Tbsp baking powder and 1/2 tsp salt)

These Peanut Butter Bars are a simple, old-fashioned Southern treat that is thick, chewy, and packed with nutty flavor. Topped with a creamy homemade frosting, they are a favorite for anyone who loves the classic combination of peanut butter and sugar.

This is recipe #353 in Tammy’s Master Cookbook.

Prep time: 10 minCook time: 35 minTotal time: 45 min

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Ingredients

2 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup peanut butter (Jif brand recommended)
2 Tbsp salted butter, room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
(Note: If using all-purpose flour, add 1 Tbsp baking powder and 1/2 tsp salt)

Instructions

Mix Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and room-temperature butter. Mix until well combined.
Form Batter: Add the peanut butter, vanilla extract, and self-rising flour. Stir until a thick batter forms and no dry flour remains.
Prepare Pan: Spread the thick batter evenly into a greased 11x7-inch or 9x9-inch baking pan.
Bake: Bake at 350°F for 35 minutes.
Cool: Place the pan on a wire rack or cookie sheet to cool completely.
Frost: Once cooled, top the bars with a generous layer of Peanut Butter Frosting (Master Cookbooks Recipe # 354) for the perfect finish

Notes

Tammy’s Tips

For that authentic Collard Valley taste, I recommend using Jif peanut butter. To ensure your bars have the perfect texture, be careful not to overmix the batter once you add the flour,just stir until it's combined. These are even better the next day once the frosting has had a chance to set!