Best 12 Tahoes Layered Peanut Butter Bars Recipes

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In the realm of delectable desserts, there lies a cherished treat that harmoniously combines the tantalizing flavors of peanut butter and chocolate, enveloped in a symphony of layers. This culinary delight, known as the Tahoe Layered Peanut Butter Bars, captivates the senses with its irresistible allure. A crispy graham cracker crust serves as the foundation for a velvety peanut butter filling, adorned with a rich chocolate topping. With its enticing appearance and delectable taste, this dessert is guaranteed to be the star of any occasion, leaving your taste buds craving more. Let's delve into the secrets behind crafting this delectable masterpiece, exploring the ingredients and techniques that bring it all together.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

LAYERED PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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Layers of rich peanut butter cookie, peanut butter filling and chocolate frosting beg to be indulged in.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ peanut butter cookie mix
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon water
1 egg
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
2 cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoons milk
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup butter

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, stir all Cookie Base ingredients until soft dough forms. Press dough in bottom of pan using floured fingers. Bake 15 to 18 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In small bowl, beat all Filling ingredients with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Spread mixture evenly over cookie base.
  • In microwavable bowl, microwave all Frosting ingredients on High 30 seconds; stir until smooth. Cool 10 minutes; spread over filling. Refrigerate 30 minutes or until set. For bars, cut into 9 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 115 mg, Sugar 15 g, TransFat 0 g

TAHOE'S LAYERED PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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Lake Tahoe, a ski resort and gambling destination straddling the border between California and Nevada, was not my first choice of places to live when I left Ireland, but a bakery in one of the casinos there offered me a job, and I grabbed it. At the bakery, I was required to start work at the shocking hour of three a.m. When it's that early, it's hard to know what an appropriate breakfast is, so I'd often eat one of the bakery's peanut butter bars, which featured a layer of chocolate and were salty and sweet and really very good. As time went by, the number of bars I ate each day started to climb, and I realized I had to limit my peanut butter bar intake or risk a slippery slide into gluttony. Consider yourself warned.

Provided by Gemma Stafford

Categories     dessert

Time 2h25m

Yield 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups (3 sticks/340 grams) butter, softened
1 cup (225 grams) sugar
1 cup (225 grams) smooth peanut butter
1 large egg
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups (283 grams) all-purpose flour
2 1/3 cups (198 grams) unsweetened flaked coconut
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup (142 grams) salted roasted peanuts, chopped
2 cups (12 ounces/340 grams) chopped milk chocolate

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) and line a 9 x 13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar with a wooden spoon until light and fluffy.
  • Mix in the peanut butter, followed by the egg and vanilla.
  • Add the flour, coconut, and salt and mix until well combined.
  • Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared pan.
  • Scatter the peanuts over the top. Press them into the dough with your hand.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until golden brown on top. Let cool in the pan for 20 minutes.
  • Melt the chocolate in a small heatproof bowl in the microwave or over a bain-marie. Spread a thin layer of the melted chocolate over the top of the bars in the pan. Transfer the pan to the fridge and let the chocolate cool for 2 hours. When the chocolate has set, cut into 24 bars.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

LAYERED PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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Provided by Laura

Number Of Ingredients 13

Cookie Base:
1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker® peanut butter cookie mix
3 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 Tbsp water
1 egg
Filling:
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
2 cups powdered sugar
2 tsp milk
Frosting:
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom of 13×9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, stir all Cookie Base ingredients until soft dough forms. Press dough in bottom of pan using floured fingers. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 to 18 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In small bowl, beat all Filling ingredients with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Spread mixture evenly over cooled cookie base.
  • In microwavable bowl, microwave all Frosting ingredients on High 30 seconds; stir until smooth. Cool 10 minutes; spread over filling. Refrigerate 30 minutes or until set. For bars, cut into 9 rows by 4 rows.

TRIPLE LAYER PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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Make and share this Triple Layer Peanut Butter Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Addelyns Baking Mama

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h

Yield 24 Bars, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup butter (softened)
1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 large egg (lightly beaten)
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup powdered sugar (sifted)
1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
4 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cream together butter and peanut butter. Add sugars, vanilla and egg. Mix until combined. In a separate bowl, mix flour, salt and baking soda. Add dry ingredients in small amounts to wet ingredients. Once this mixture is combined, pat into a 9 X 13 in pan and bake for about 20 minutes.
  • Sprinkle chocolate chips over mixture in pan while it's still warm. As they melt, spread the chocolate chips evenly onto cookie mixture with a rubber spatula.
  • Cool in refrigerator for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, beat together powdered sugar, remaining peanut butter and milk until the mixture reaches a smooth consistency. Spread the powdered sugar mixture over cooled cookie and chocolate bars in pan. Cut into bars.

LAYERED CHOCOLATE AND PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Yield 2 dozen bars

Number Of Ingredients 11

Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
1 cup (6 oz. pkg.) semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup packed brown sugar
2/3 cup Jif® Creamy Peanut Butter
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups quick rolled oats

Steps:

  • HEAT oven to 350 degrees F. Spray 13 x 9-inch pan with a no-stick cooking spray. Melt chocolate chips in dry, microwave-safe bowl on HIGH (100% power) 1 minute. Stir. Microwave at additional, 10- to 15-second intervals, stirring just until chips are melted. Set aside.
  • BEAT together brown sugar, peanut butter and butter in large bowl with an electric mixer, until smooth and creamy. Add egg and vanilla. Beat until well blended.
  • STIR together flour, baking soda and salt. Add to peanut butter mixture. Beat just until combined. Stir in oats. Press 3/4 of dough into prepared baking pan. Spread evenly with melted chocolate. Dot chocolate layer with remaining dough.
  • BAKE 24 to 26 minutes. Cool. Cut into 24 bars.

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

TRIPLE-LAYER PEANUT BARS



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These chocolaty bars Orlena Berry shares from Mustang, Oklahoma make a scrumptious noon-time treat or afternoon pick-me-up.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 6 bars.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons butter, softened
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon peanut butter
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
FILLING:
2/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup salted dry roasted peanuts, chopped
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
TOPPING:
2 tablespoons milk chocolate chips
1/4 cup salted dry roasted peanuts, chopped

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, peanut butter and vanilla until light and fluffy. Gradually add flour until well combined (mixture will be crumbly). , Press onto the bottom and 1/2 in. up the sides of an 8x4-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until set and lightly browned. Cool., For filling, in a small saucepan, cook and stir the milk and butter over low heat until mixture comes to a boil and thickens. Remove from the heat; stir in peanuts and vanilla. Spread evenly over crust. , Bake at 350° for 15-17 minutes or until set. Immediately sprinkle with chocolate chips; let stand for a few minutes to soften, then spread over filling. Sprinkle with peanuts. Cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 216mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

REESE'S™ PEANUT BUTTER LAYER BARS



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These gooey bars, made with Betty Crocker™ double chocolate chunk cookie mix, are our new favorite way to indulge whenever a peanut butter-chocolate craving strikes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pouch (17.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ double chocolate chunk cookie mix
Oil, water and egg called for on cookie mix pouch
3/4 cup (from 14-oz can) sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup (from 8-oz package) Reese's minis peanut butter cups, coarsely chopped
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup Reese's peanut butter chips
1/2 cup cocktail peanuts, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix cookie mix, oil, water and egg with spoon until soft dough forms. Press dough in bottom of pan. Bake 15 minutes.
  • In small bowl, mix condensed milk and peanut butter. Pour evenly over baked crust, carefully spreading to edges. Sprinkle chopped peanut butter cups, chocolate chips, peanut butter chips and peanuts evenly over top. Bake 18 to 22 minutes or until bubbling along edges. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 1 hour. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 150 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g

GLAZED PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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Memories of lunchtime at school and my Aunt Shelly's kitchen come to mind when I bite into these sweet, chewy bars. My husband is the biggest fan of these peanut butter and chocolate treats. -Janis Luedtke, Westminster, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons water
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
GLAZE:
1-1/4 cups milk chocolate chips
1/2 cup butterscotch chips
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, peanut butter and sugars until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Beat in the eggs, water and vanilla. Combine the flour, oats, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. , Spread into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 325° for 18-22 minutes or until lightly browned. , For glaze, in a microwave, melt chips and peanut butter; stir until smooth. Pour over warm bars; spread evenly. Cool completely on a wire rack before cutting.

Nutrition Facts :

PEANUT BUTTER BARS I



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These peanut butter bars taste just like peanut butter cups.

Provided by Nancy

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Peanut Butter Cookie Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup butter or margarine, melted
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup peanut butter
1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips
4 tablespoons peanut butter

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the butter or margarine, graham cracker crumbs, confectioners' sugar, and 1 cup peanut butter until well blended. Press evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 9x13 inch pan.
  • In a metal bowl over simmering water, or in a microwave-safe bowl in the microwave, melt the chocolate chips with the 4 tablespoons peanut butter, stirring occasionally until smooth. Spread over the prepared crust. Refrigerate for at least one hour before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531.5 calories, Carbohydrate 49.2 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 36.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 16.5 g, Sodium 319.7 mg, Sugar 37.9 g

PEANUT BUTTER TANDY BARS



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A wonderful three layer bar cookie. Great for any occasion. Enjoy!

Provided by LuAnn Connolly

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 eggs
2 cups white sugar
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup peanut butter
8 (1 ounce) squares semi-sweet chocolate

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 11x 7 inch baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine eggs and sugar. Mix until light. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir this into the egg mixture until well blended. Pour into prepared pan, spread evenly, and bake for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • While still warm from the oven, spread the peanut butter over the top of the bars. Then cool in the refrigerator.
  • Melt the chocolate candy bar in the microwave or over a double boiler. Spread the melted chocolate over the cooled peanut butter layer and refrigerate again until chocolate is set. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 31.8 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 130.3 mg, Sugar 22.9 g

GOOEY LAYERED EVERYTHING BARS



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Oats, chocolate, nuts, dried fruit, coconut -- did we forget anything? If you like, swap dried tart cherries or cranberries for the raisins.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 1h

Yield Makes 18

Number Of Ingredients 11

Nonstick cooking spray
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
3/4 cup rolled oats (not quick-cooking)
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (6 ounces)
1 cup walnut pieces, toasted
1/2 cup raisins
1 can (14 ounces) condensed milk
2 cups sweetened shredded coconut (7 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang on short sides; lightly coat paper with cooking spray.
  • In a food processor, pulse together butter, confectioners' sugar, flour, and salt until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add oats and pulse until just combined. Press dough evenly into bottom of dish and bake until lightly browned and firm, about 20 minutes.
  • Scatter chocolate chips, walnuts, and raisins on top of crust. Drizzle with condensed milk and top with coconut. Bake until coconut is golden, about 20 minutes. Let cool completely in dish on a wire rack before cutting into 18 squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 g, Fat 19 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g

Tips:

  • For the best results, use high-quality chocolate and peanut butter.
  • Make sure the butter and cream cheese are at room temperature before you start mixing them.
  • Don't overmix the batter, or the bars will be tough.
  • Chill the bars for at least 30 minutes before serving, or they will be too soft.
  • You can store the bars in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

These Tahoe's Layered Peanut Butter Bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're made with a combination of chocolate, peanut butter, and cream cheese, and they're 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!

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