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Butter Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bars Recipe

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These Butter Oatmeal Bars are a deliciously rich and chewy treat combining a buttery oat crust with a creamy peanut butter and sweetened condensed milk filling, topped with chocolate chips and a crunchy oat crumble topping. Perfect for dessert or a sweet snack, these bars bake to golden perfection with a sweet, nutty flavor and delightful texture.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 20 bars

Ingredients

Oat Crust and Topping

  • 1 cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 cups quick-cooking oats

Peanut Butter Filling

  • 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

Topping

  • 1 12-ounce package semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pan and Preheat: Line a 13×9-inch baking pan with aluminum foil, then spray the foil lightly with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Set aside and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix Oat Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Using an electric mixer on low speed, blend until smooth. Add the all-purpose flour and quick-cooking oats, mixing until the mixture is thoroughly combined.
  3. Reserve Oat Mixture: Remove 1 heaping cup of the oat mixture and set it aside for the topping. Press the remaining oat mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
  4. Pre-Bake the Crust: Bake the oat crust in the preheated oven at 350°F for 10 minutes to set and lightly brown the base.
  5. Prepare Peanut Butter Filling: While the crust bakes, mix the creamy peanut butter and sweetened condensed milk together until smooth and well combined.
  6. Assemble Filling and Toppings: After removing the crust from the oven, pour the peanut butter mixture evenly over the semi-baked oat crust and spread gently. Crumble half of the reserved oat mixture over the peanut butter layer. Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips across the top, then add the remaining reserved oat mixture evenly.
  7. Bake the Bars: Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the oat crumbles on top are just starting to turn golden brown.
  8. Cool and Serve: Let the bars cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, lift the bars out by the edges of the aluminum foil. Cut into 20 bars and serve.

Notes

  • For easier removal, ensure the foil extends over the edges of the pan to create handles.
  • Use quick-cooking oats for the best texture; traditional rolled oats may change the consistency.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate to extend freshness.
  • For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
  • Ensure the bars are fully cooled before cutting to maintain clean edges.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://yourdailycook.com/butter-oatmeal-peanut-butter-chocolate-chip-bars-recipe/