Best 11 Nut Licious Peanut Butter Bars Recipes

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In the realm of delectable desserts, few treats can rival the irresistible charm of "Nut Licious Peanut Butter Bars." These heavenly confections are a symphony of flavors and textures, boasting a rich peanut butter filling nestled between layers of tender, buttery crust. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, embarking on the journey to create these delectable treats is an endeavor that promises both culinary delight and a sense of accomplishment. With just a handful of pantry staples and a touch of culinary magic, you can bring these delectable bars to life and indulge in their irresistible allure.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

NUT-LICIOUS PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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My friends were astonished to find out these bars were not button-busting. We nick named them bamboozled bars! -Hannah Wolters, Culleoka, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 22

CRUST:
1-1/2 cups reduced-fat graham cracker crumbs (about 10 whole crackers)
1/3 cup honey
2 tablespoons butter, melted
NUT TOPPING:
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons honey
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
FILLING:
12 ounces fat-free cream cheese
2/3 cup peanut butter
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup honey
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon maple flavoring
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
DRIZZLE:
1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine crust ingredients. Press onto the bottom of a 13x9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 8 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack., Meanwhile, combine the nuts, honey and cinnamon. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment and coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 5-7 minutes or until toasted and fragrant, stirring occasionally. Cool completely. Crumble mixture and set aside., In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, peanut butter, butter, confectioners' sugar and honey until smooth. Beat in the egg, vanilla and maple flavoring. Combine flour and baking powder; gradually beat into cream cheese mixture. Spread over cooled crust. Bake for 14-16 minutes or until set. , Sprinkle nut mixture over warm filling; press in slightly. Drizzle with melted chocolate. Cool completely on a wire rack. Chill for 2 hours or until firm. Cut into bars. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

NUT BUTTER GRANOLA BARS



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Bound together with honey and nut butter, these just-sweet-enough bars are sturdy enough to throw in a beach bag and substantial enough to power you through til sunset.

Provided by Sarah Jampel

Categories     Bon Appétit     snack     Granola     Nut     Peanut Butter     Almond     Walnut     Pecan     Pistachio     Hazelnut     Seed     Dried Fruit     Honey     Kid-Friendly     Vegetarian     Soy Free     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Healthy     Back to School

Yield Makes 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups raw nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, pistachios, pecans, and/or blanched hazelnuts)
½ cup raw pumpkin seeds
3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for pan
2 cups old-fashioned oats, divided
1¼ cups dried fruit (such as tart cherries, raisins, currants, dates, apricots, and/or blueberries)
¾ cup unsalted or low-salt natural peanut butter
½ cup plus 2 Tbsp. honey
2 tsp. kosher salt
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 large egg white

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast nuts pumpkin seeds on a rimmed baking sheet until golden brown or slightly darkened in color, 10-12 minutes. Transfer to a food processor and let sit until cool enough to handle.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 300°F. Lightly oil 13x9" pan and line with parchment paper, leaving overhang on both long sides. Lightly oil parchment.
  • Add 1 cup oats to nut mixture in food processor and pulse until nuts are a sandy consistency and no whole oats remain. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Pulse any dried fruit larger than a raisin in food processor (no need to wipe out) until about the size of chocolate chips. Transfer to bowl with nut mixture. Add remaining 1 cup oats and stir to combine, breaking up any fruit that is stuck together. Add remaining 3 Tbsp. oil and stir to coat. Add peanut butter, but don't stir it in; set aside.
  • Bring honey, salt, and vanilla to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat (it will bubble up). Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until it is foaming vigorously and smells like caramel, about 3 minutes.
  • Immediately pour honey mixture over peanut butter in reserved bowl (it will melt the peanut butter). Stir to combine, making sure to aggressively break up any clumps.
  • Using a fork or small whisk, lightly beat egg white in a small bowl to thin out. Add to oat mixture and mix until egg white is no longer visible.
  • Scrape oat mixture into prepared pan and press firmly into an even layer. (Be sure to really compact the mixture into the pan-it helps to use the bottom of a heavy glass or metal measuring cup.)
  • Bake granola bars until deep golden brown and no longer sticky or wet, 30-35 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes, then lightly score into 16 long rectangles (1 cut lengthwise and 7 cuts crosswise will make bars that are about 6½x1"). Let cool completely in pan, then use parchment to hoist bars out onto a cutting board. Using a sharp chef's knife, cut along marks to separate bars.
  • Do Ahead: Bars can be made 1 week ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

PEANUT BARS



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With peanut butter in both the batter and frosting, plus chopped nuts sprinkled on top, these treats have triple the goodness. It's one of my favorite recipes for peanut bars. -Ren Reed, Tavares, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
1 cup creamy peanut butter
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup water
1/2 cup 2% milk
FROSTING:
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup butter, softened
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
5 to 6 tablespoons 2% milk
1 cup chopped unsalted peanuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease two 13x9-in. baking pans., In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and peanut butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder; add to creamed mixture alternately with water and milk, beating well after each addition., Transfer to prepared baking pans. Bake 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Meanwhile, for frosting, in a large bowl, beat peanut butter and butter until blended. Beat in confectioners' sugar alternately with enough milk to reach spreading consistency., Remove cakes from oven; place on wire racks. Spread frosting over warm cakes; sprinkle with peanuts. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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I got this from one of my best friends. She made them at a football party that we went to. They are super good and very easy to make!

Provided by Melinda

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 ¼ cups packed light brown sugar
¾ cup peanut butter
½ cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons milk
1 egg
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
¾ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon baking soda
1 (6 ounce) package chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray the bottom and sides of a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Mix flour, brown sugar, peanut butter, butter, milk, egg, vanilla extract, salt, and baking soda together in a bowl. Fold chocolate chips into the batter. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned and a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean, 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.7 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 27.1 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 276.2 mg, Sugar 23.8 g

CHEWY PEANUT BUTTER PAN SQUARES



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With seven of us in our family, including two teenage boys, these peanut butter squares never last long! It's hard to believe how simple they are to prepare. -Deb DeChant, Milan, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and peanut butter; stir until smooth. Combine sugar and flour; gradually add to butter mixture and mix well. Beat in eggs and vanilla. , Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° until lightly browned and edges start to pull away from sides of pan, 28-32 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 69mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PEANUT BUTTER BARS VII



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This is like a peanut butter oatmeal cookie with chocolate and frosting on top. Very easy to make, YUM!

Provided by SPAZZ41

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

¾ cup butter, softened
¾ cup white sugar
¾ cup peanut butter
2 eggs
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups rolled oats
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons peanut butter
½ cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons evaporated milk

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar and 3/4 cup peanut butter until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; stir into the peanut butter mixture. Mix in the oats until evenly distributed. Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove from the oven and sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the top. Return to the oven for 2 more minutes, or until chocolate chips are shiny. Remove and spread the chips out smooth. Set aside to cool. In a small bowl, mix together the remaining peanut butter, confectioners' sugar and evaporated milk until smooth. Spread over the chocolate layer when cool. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 31.2 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 181.2 mg, Sugar 17.5 g

THE BEST LUNCH LADY PEANUT BUTTER BARS RECIPE



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These Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars are the EXACT recipe they once served in schools! These peanut butter bars have a soft, chewy peanut butter cookie base, creamy peanut butter center and chocolate buttercream on top. These are the best peanut butter bars of all time!

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup butter (softened)
1 cup sugar
1 cup brown sugar (firmly packed)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2½ cups peanut butter (divided)
2 cups old fashioned oats
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup butter (softened)
¼ cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla
4 Tablespoons cocoa powder
3 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, cream together butter, sugar and brown sugar together.
  • Add vanilla, eggs, and 1 cup of the peanut butter; stir to combine.
  • Add oats, flour, baking soda and salt and mix until well combined.
  • Spray a baking sheet (half sheet jelly roll pan that is approximately 17.8 x 12.8 x 1 inch) with nonstick cooking spray and spread out dough in an even layer.
  • Bake for 15 minutes and remove from oven.
  • Drop remaining peanut butter (about 1 1/2 cups) by very small spoonfuls (we use a baby spoon) all over on top of warm bars. Let set for about 5-6 minutes and gently spread when peanut butter has begun to melt. It will spread easily when the peanut butter has softened on the warm bars. Don't try to spread it while still thick.
  • Then let the bars cool until peanut butter has set up.
  • While cooling, mix together frosting ingredients with a hand mixer until smooth and spread on top of bars.
  • Cut into bars and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 459 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 44 mg, Sodium 377 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 35 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PEANUT BUTTER BARS IV



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This recipe forms a rather stiff dough, you might have to press it in the pan. One time I put raisins in the batter by mistake, and my husband loved them that way. You can also omit the chocolate chips and have them plain if you wish.

Provided by Jessie

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Peanut Butter Cookie Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup peanut butter
6 tablespoons butter
¾ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Mix peanut butter, butter or margarine, and sugars until creamy. Stir in vanilla. Beat in eggs. Mix in flour. Stir in 3/4c chocolate chips. Spread dough into a greased 9 x 13 inch pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20 to 25 minutes. Remove pan from oven, and sprinkle with the rest of the chocolate chips. Let stand 5 minutes and spread. Cool, and cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.9 calories, Carbohydrate 34.5 g, Cholesterol 41.2 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 109.5 mg, Sugar 26.1 g

PEANUT BUTTER NO-BAKE BARS



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These bars are perfect for when you're craving a peanut butter cup, but can't quite get to them. Inspired by buckeyes, they have that same fudgy-salty-sweet vibe, but with a layer of caramelized flavor from letting the butter turn golden brown after it melted. You can make these treats in just about any size pan, even a mini muffin tin for that true peanut butter cup feel. Cut them into bars or squares with a knife, or use cookie cutters to make cute shapes if you need a project for the kids. Or even the adults, because that sort of thing never gets old.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     cookies and bars, dessert

Time 20m

Yield 1 (8-by-8-inch) pan

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons butter
1 cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy), or use another nut butter
Pinch of kosher salt (optional)
1/2 cup cookie crumbs, such as graham crackers or gingersnaps, or use almond flour, coconut flour or shredded coconut
About 1 cup confectioners' sugar
6 ounces chocolate chips or chopped chocolate, any percentage (1 cup)
1/2 tablespoon coconut oil or butter
Flaky sea salt, shredded coconut, sliced almonds, chopped honey-roasted peanuts, or crushed pretzels, for sprinkling (optional)

Steps:

  • Make the base: Heat butter in a pot or skillet, letting it melt and bubble and turn brown. It will smell nutty. Add peanut butter, and turn off the heat. (If your nut butter is unsalted, add a pinch of salt.) Stir it all around until the peanut butter melts, then stir in crumbs.
  • Sweeten the mix to taste with confectioners' sugar. That could mean 1 cup, but try it as you go.
  • Spread the mixture into parchment or foil lined 8-by-8-inch pan, but really, any pan will work.
  • Make the topping: Add chocolate chips and coconut oil to a small pot, and melt the chocolate on the stovetop over low heat, stirring constantly. (Alternatively, add to a microwaveable bowl, and microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring in between each one.)
  • Spread the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer. Sprinkle any of the toppings over, and refrigerate until the peanut butter and chocolate layers are set, about 1 hour or so. Cut these into bars or squares with a knife, or use cookie cutters for shapes. (Store in the refrigerator after cutting; they'll melt in a warm room.)

RAISIN PEANUT BARS



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Quick and easy to make and very, yummy as well!!!

Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Peanut Dessert Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup white sugar
1 cup butter, softened
¼ cup molasses
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg yolk
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup raisins
1 cup salted peanuts
⅓ cup peanut butter
1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, cream together the sugar and margarine. Stir in the molasses, vanilla and egg yolk. Add flour, mix until combined. Press dough into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden brown.
  • In a 2 quart saucepan, combine raisins, peanut butter and chocolate chips. Melt over medium-low heat, stirring constantly. Spread evenly over the baked crust, and refrigerate until set, about 1 to 2 hours. Cut into 1x2 inch bars and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.6 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Cholesterol 28.9 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 124 mg, Sugar 20.2 g

PEANUT BUTTER BARS III



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My grandkids love these. Very easy to make.

Provided by Miss Daisy

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Peanut Butter Cookie Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup shortening
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups confectioners' sugar
½ cup peanut butter
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup milk

Steps:

  • Cream together shortening and sugar. Add the beaten egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla; stir in flour and salt. Mix well. Spread in the bottom of a 9 x 13 inch buttered pan.
  • Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 15 minutes. Let cool.
  • To Make Frosting: Mix together confectioners' sugar, peanut butter, butter or margarine, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Add just enough milk for the proper consistency. Frost cooled bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.1 calories, Carbohydrate 56.5 g, Cholesterol 19.1 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 168.8 mg, Sugar 39 g

Tips:

  • Use a food processor to quickly and easily combine the ingredients for the peanut butter filling.
  • If you don't have graham cracker crumbs, you can make your own by crushing graham crackers in a food processor.
  • To make the bars easier to cut, chill them in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
  • For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  • Add a sprinkle of sea salt to the top of the bars before baking for a sweet and salty flavor combination.

Conclusion:

These No-Bake Nut-Licious 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. With their creamy peanut butter filling, crunchy graham cracker crust, and rich chocolate topping, these bars are a true delight. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give these No-Bake Nut-Licious Peanut Butter Bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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