Best 13 Chunky Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars Recipes

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Calling all chocolate and peanut butter fans! If you're looking for a decadent and irresistible treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth, look no further than the chunky chocolate peanut butter bars. With a gooey peanut butter filling sandwiched between layers of rich chocolate, these bars are a perfect combination of textures and flavors. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe will guide you through the process of creating these delectable bars that are sure to impress your friends and family.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CHUNK BARS



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An amazing treat that will satisfy any craving for peanut butter and chocolate.

Provided by KBL

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ cup butter, softened
½ cup white sugar
½ cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract, or more to taste
1 cup peanut butter
1 ¾ cups unbleached flour
¾ teaspoon baking soda
10 ounces chocolate chunks (such as Ghirardelli® Bittersweet Chocolate)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Beat butter, white sugar, and brown sugar together with an electric mixer in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Beat egg and vanilla extract into the butter mixture. Add peanut butter and beat until incorporated.
  • Sift flour and baking soda together in a separate bowl; mix into the butter mixture. Fold chocolate chunks into the mixture.
  • Spread the batter into a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool completely before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 91.2 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CHUNK BARS



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Great for classroom treats, bake sales, etc. Quick and easy to make. Do NOT use reduced-fat peanut butter. Recipe comes from Nestlé.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Dessert

Time 32m

Yield 24-36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter or 3/4 cup chunky peanut butter
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (11 1/2 ounce) package semisweet chocolate chunks

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • In a small bowl, combine flour and baking soda.
  • In a large bowl, beat together brown sugar, peanut butter, butter and granulated sugar until creamy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Gradually beat in flour mixture.
  • Stir in chocolate chunks.
  • Press into ungreased 13 x 9" baking pan.
  • Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until center is set. Cool completely in pan on wire rack before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.8, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 18.3, Sodium 102.4, Carbohydrate 27.3, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 18.8, Protein 3.7

CHUNKY CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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This is adapted from the The Cake Mix Doctor cookbook. I have made them for many different occasions and I always bring home an empty plate.

Provided by SueChef

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 48 bars

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18 1/4 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 cup chunky peanut butter
8 tablespoons butter, melted
2 large eggs
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Place rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Set aside an ungreased 13x9 inch baking pan.
  • Place cake mix, peanut butter, melted butter and eggs in a large mixing bowl. Blend with an electric mixer on low speed for 1 minute. Stop the machine and scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula. The mixture will be thick. Reserve 1 1/2 cups for the topping. Transfer the remaining crust mixture to the pan. Using your finger tips, press the crust evenly over the bottom of the pan so that it reaches all sides. Set aside.
  • For the filling, place the chocolate chips, condensed milk, and 2 tablespoons butter in a medium-size heavy saucepan over low heat. Stir and cook until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is well combined, 3-4 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla. Pour the chocolate mixture over the crust, and spread it evenly so that it reacheds the sides of the pan. Crumble the reserved crust and scatter it evenly over the chocolate. Place in the oven.
  • Bake until light brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and place on a wire rack to cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting.
  • Cut into 48 bars. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator up to one week. (If they last that long) These freeze beautifully.

THICK AND CHEWY PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CHIP BARS



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A blondie lover's dream, these bars are moist, dense and chewy. Perfect for a bake sale or as a take-a-long. They can also be cut into 1-inch bites for a large party.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 45m

Yield about 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 13

Cooking spray
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 sticks (6 ounces) unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 large egg yolk
2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 cups bittersweet chocolate chips (about 12 1/2 ounces)
1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts (about 2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 13by-9-inch baking pan with foil, letting the excess hang over the edges of the pan by about 1 inch (this will help you lift the bar easily from the pan in one piece). Spray the pan with cooking spray.
  • Mix the flour, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl. In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and sugars until combined. Use a whisk or a rubber spatula to mix in the egg, egg yolk, peanut butter and vanilla until smooth. Fold in the flour mixture until just combined (be careful not to over mix the dough or the bars will be tough). Fold in the chocolate chips and the peanuts.
  • Scrape the dough into the prepared pan, pressing and smoothing the top with a rubber spatula. Bake until the top is slightly golden and firm to the touch and the edges are starting to pull away from the sides of the pan, 30 to 35 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Lift up on the foil overhang to remove the bar from the pan, and transfer it to a cutting board. Use a ruler to cut it into 2-inch squares.

CHEWY CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Yield 25 bars

Number Of Ingredients 11

Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan
1 cup sugar
1 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup unsweetened peanut butter
7 cups cereal flakes, such as Special K
1 cup dark chocolate chips
1 cup butterscotch chips
Flaky salt
Sprinkles, for topping, if desired

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-inch square pan with cooking spray and line with parchment so that wings come up the sides by 1 inch.
  • In a large pot, combine the sugar, corn syrup, vanilla and salt over medium heat and cook until the sugar is melted. Stir in the peanut butter, then the cereal. Pour into the prepared pan and pack it down firmly and evenly with a spatula. Scatter the chocolate chips and butterscotch chips all over the top.
  • Bake until the chips are melty, about 3 minutes. Use an offset spatula to spread the melted chips in an even layer all over the top. Sprinkle with flaky salt and sprinkles if using and allow to set at room temperature or in the fridge. Slice into 25 squares.

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BARS IV



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These bars are a classic blend of peanut butter and chocolate. Easy to make, and quick to satisfy!

Provided by justine

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     No-Bake Cookie Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup peanut butter
1 cup butter, melted
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
2 ¾ cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together graham cracker crumbs, confectioners' sugar, peanut butter and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan. Melt chocolate chips over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring occasionally. Spread melted chocolate over the crumb crust. Chill for about 5 minutes, then cut into bars before the chocolate is completely set, then chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 158.4 mg, Sugar 24.8 g

COPYCAT CHUNKY BAR CLUSTERS



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Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups salted peanuts
1 (12 ounce) package semi sweet chocolate chips
1 (12 ounce) package milk chocolate chips
2 Tablespoons creamy peanut butter
1 1/2 cups raisins

Steps:

  • Coarsely chop peanuts and set aside.
  • Add both bags of chocolate chips to a sauce pan and melt chocolate over med/low heat. Stirring occasionally until all chocolate chips are melted and smooth.
  • Then add in peanut butter and stir until mixed in and melted.
  • Fold in the nuts, and raisins. Mix until combined.
  • Drops by Tablespoon sizes onto a cookie sheet that has been lined with parchment paper.
  • Let the clusters set up for 3-4 hours, or you can place them in the fridge to set up faster.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 1259 kcal, Fat 33 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Sodium 222 mg, Carbohydrate 228 g, Sugar 207 g, Protein 16 mg

CRUNCHY PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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These delicious bars are great holiday treats, but the kids like them all year long. I used this recipe over and over when our five children were at home. Now I'm thrilled to bake a batch for my grandchildren. -Geraldine Grisdale, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
TOPPING:
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted
1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
1-1/2 cups crushed cornflakes

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients; beat until crumbly. Press into an ungreased 9-in. square baking pan., Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until set. Cool for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine chocolate chips and peanut butter; stir in cornflakes. Gently spread over top. Let stand until set. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts :

NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BARS RECIPE BY TASTY



No-bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: graham cracker crumbs, butter, powdered sugar, peanut butter, semi-sweet chocolate chips

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Desserts

Yield 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup graham cracker crumbs, about 8 sheets
½ cup butter, melted
1 cup powdered sugar
1 cup peanut butter, plus an additional 2 Tbsp.
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the graham cracker, sugar, and butter. Stir. Add in 1 cup (240g) of peanut butter and mix until combined.
  • Line a 9x9 (22x22 cm) or 8x8 (20x20 cm) pan with foil.
  • Spread on the peanut butter mixture.
  • Melt the chocolate chips with the 2 Tbsp. of peanut butter, and spread on top of the graham cracker mixture.
  • Refrigerate for 3 hours.
  • Remove from pan, cut, and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 10 grams

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BARS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: peanut butter, honey, crispy rice cereal, mini chocolate chips

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Snacks

Yield 12 bars

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup peanut butter
½ cup honey
3 cups crispy rice cereal
⅓ cup mini chocolate chips, plus more for topping

Steps:

  • Melt peanut butter and honey together in the microwave, stirring every 15 seconds.
  • Add cereal into the bowl and mix until fully coated. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
  • Add mini chocolate chips and mix just until combined.
  • Line a baking dish with parchment paper and pour the cooled mixture into the pan.
  • Press into the edges of the pan and top with more mini chocolate chips.
  • Cool in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. Cut and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 20 grams

CHOCOLATE & PEANUT BUTTER CRISPY BARS



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To make a dairy-free dessert, I created chocolate peanutty bars. My kids and their friends gobble them up. I've written about it on my blog, joyfulscribblings.com. -Dawn Pasco, Overland Park, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package fudge brownie mix (13x9-inch pan size)
1-1/2 cups chunky peanut butter
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup creamy peanut butter
3 cups Rice Krispies

Steps:

  • Line a 13x9-in. baking pan with parchment, letting ends extend up sides. Prepare and bake brownie mix according to package directions, using prepared pan. Cool in pan on a wire rack 30 minutes. Refrigerate until cold., Spread chunky peanut butter over brownies. Place chocolate chips and creamy peanut butter in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals until melted; stir until smooth. Stir in Rice Krispies; spread over chunky peanut butter layer. Refrigerate, covered, at least 30 minutes or until set., Lifting with parchment, remove brownies from pan. Cut into bars. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390 calories, Fat 27g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 234mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CHEWY CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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To help the chopped peanuts adhere to the chocolate topping, make sure you sprinkle them on top of the chocolate right after it's spread over the bars.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter, cut into pieces
1/2 cup crunchy peanut butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 bag (12 oz) dark chocolate chips (2 cups)
1/2 cup salted dry-roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with baking spray with flour. In small bowl, stir flour, baking powder and salt; set aside.
  • In medium microwavable bowl, place butter and peanut butter. Microwave on High 30 to 45 seconds or until butter is melted. Add brown sugar and egg yolk; stir until mixed. Stir in vanilla and flour mixture. Stir in 3/4 cup of the chocolate chips. Spread in pan.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until just firm to the touch. Remove from oven; immediately sprinkle with remaining 1 1/4 cups chocolate chips. Let stand 2 to 3 minutes or until chips have softened. Spread softened chips evenly over top. Sprinkle with peanuts. Cool on cooling rack. Cut into 8 rows by 6 rows. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 70 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

DOUBLE-CHOCOLATE CHUNK-PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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Chocolate chip cookie mix and peanut butter cookie mix unite in this easy cookie bar that will earn you rave reviews.

Provided by By Annalise Sandberg

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ double chocolate chunk cookie mix
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons water
1 egg
1 pouch (7.5 oz; snack size) Betty Crocker™ peanut butter cookie mix
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon water
1/4 cup dark chocolate chunks, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Line 8-inch square pan with cooking parchment paper or spray with cooking spray.
  • With stand mixer or hand-held mixer, beat double chocolate chunk cookie mix, 1/4 cup oil, 2 tablespoons water and the egg until a soft dough forms. Spread half of dough in bottom of pan.
  • With stand mixer or hand-held mixer, beat peanut butter cookie mix, 2 tablespoons oil and 1 tablespoon water until a crumbly dough forms. Spoon tablespoons of dough over chocolate cookie dough. Spoon remaining chocolate cookie dough in between mounds of peanut butter cookie dough. Use spatula to flatten dough. Sprinkle chocolate chunks evenly over top.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until edges are brown and center is set. Cool completely, about 45 minutes.
  • For bars, cut into 4 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use high-quality chocolate chips and creamy peanut butter.
  • To make the bars easier to cut, chill them in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
  • If you don't have a 9x13 inch baking pan, you can use a 8x8 inch pan, but the bars will be thicker.
  • You can also use a different type of nut butter, such as almond butter or cashew butter, if you prefer.
  • For a fun twist, you can add chopped nuts, dried fruit, or candy to the batter before baking.

Conclusion:

These chunky chocolate peanut butter bars are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're easy to make, delicious, and sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give these bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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