Best 5 The Real Cafeteria Peanut Butter Bars Recipes

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If you're looking for the perfect recipe to recreate the nostalgic and comforting taste of cafeteria peanut butter bars, look no further! These classic treats have delighted taste buds for generations, and now you can bring their irresistible combination of chewy peanut butter goodness and a buttery graham cracker crust to your own kitchen. With a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you'll be indulging in these delightful peanut butter bars in no time. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will transport you back to those unforgettable school lunches and leave you craving more with every bite!

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CAFETERIA PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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These were the peanut butter bars that our school cafeteria used to sell for 25 cents a bar. I am sure they had to make multiple pans a day, these were so good! Very easy to make and really tasty! No baking required. Prep time does not include refrigeration time.

Provided by musiclady12076

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 15m

Yield 36 2x2 squares (cookie sheet), 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
1/2 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup salted butter, melted
1 (18 ounce) jar creamy peanut butter
12 ounces chocolate chips
1/2 cup salted butter

Steps:

  • 1. Mix the sifted powdered sugar, brown sugar and melted butter together well. Fold in the creamy peanut butter until blended.
  • 2. Spread the peanut butter mixture into a buttered pan; 9x13 for thicker bars, cookie sheet for thinner bars.
  • 3. Melt the chocolate chips and 1/2 cup butter and pour over the peanut butter mixture. Spread around to make it even.
  • 4. Refrigerate for 1 hour, until chocolate has solidified most of the way, and cut into bars with an unserrated knife.
  • 5. Return to the refrigerator over night until set. (I return to the freezer for faster set time).

THE REAL CAFETERIA PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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These are exactly like the ones I grew up with in the 80's! You can half the recipe and use a 9x13; I like to make a bunch and either freeze them or gobble them. (I have five kids...they usually get gobbled! ;) Sometimes I leave off the chocolate chip layer, put the PB frosting directly on top of the bars, and smother with Texas sheet cake icing instead. YUM!

Provided by LinsietheGreat

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 55m

Yield 25 bars, 25 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup margarine or 1 cup butter
1 cup sugar
1 cup brown sugar
2/3 cup peanut butter
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups rolled oats
4 cups chocolate chips
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cream butter and white sugar and brown sugar. Blend in peanut butter, eggs, vanilla, and baking soda. Add flour and oatmeal. Mix well.
  • Spread batter in greased 15"x10"x1" pan. Bake for 20 minutes.
  • Remove pan from oven turn the oven off. Sprinkle chocolate chips over the top of bars. Return to oven and allow to sit for 8 minutes or until chocolate is melted. Spread to smooth chocolate, and allow to cool.
  • To make the peanut butter icing: Mix together powdered sugar, remaining peanut butter, and milk until it makes a spreadable consistency. Cover the bars and enjoy!

NO-BAKE PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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Provided by Ree Drummond Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 20 bars

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 sticks salted butter, softened, plus more for greasing the pan
1 cup chunky peanut butter
2 cups powdered sugar
One 12-ounce box vanilla wafers
One 12-ounce bag mini semisweet chocolate chips
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup chopped peanuts

Steps:

  • For the filling: Grease a 9-by-13-inch pan with some butter.
  • Using a stand or electric hand mixer, mix together the butter and chunky peanut butter until smooth. Stir in the sugar a cup at a time.
  • Add the vanilla wafers to a food processor and process until they are in crumbs. Then add the crumbs and mini chocolate chips to the peanut butter mixture. Spread it evenly into the buttered pan and set aside.
  • For the frosting: Using a double boiler or a microwave, melt the chocolate chips and creamy peanut butter. Allow to cool for a couple of minutes, then pour over the base. Spread the frosting out evenly and sprinkle over the chopped peanuts. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, then cut into 20 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

RETRO SCHOOL CAFETERIA PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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It's taken me a while to find this recipe. There are many versions of "the peanut butter bar" but, I believe this recipe comes the closest to what I remember eating in the 1960's (via our elementary school lunchroom). Boy those ladies could really cook back then!

Provided by Deborah Olson

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 ⅛ cups white sugar
1 ⅛ cups brown sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
¾ cup peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ⅔ cups rolled oats
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 pinch salt
2 cups powdered sugar
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons milk, or more as needed
2 tablespoons peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 15x10-inch baking pan.
  • Cream white sugar, brown sugar, butter, and eggs together in a mixing bowl. Mix in peanut butter and vanilla extract. Add flour and blend well. Add oats, baking soda, and salt and mix to combine. Spread into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and the edges start to pull away from the sides of the pan, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool or chill in the refrigerator, about 30 minutes.
  • While bars cool, blend powdered sugar, butter, milk, and peanut butter together in a bowl, adding more milk to give frosting the desired consistency. Frost cooled bars and cut into 20 pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.9 calories, Carbohydrate 52.4 g, Cholesterol 49.2 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 136 mg, Sugar 36.9 g

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use a combination of creamy and crunchy peanut butter.
  • Be sure to use fresh baking soda for the best results.
  • Don't overmix the batter, or the bars will be tough.
  • Bake the bars until they are just set in the center, or they will be dry.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them, or they will crumble.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

These peanut butter bars are a classic cafeteria treat that are easy to make at home. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a batch of delicious and nostalgic bars that the whole family will love. So next time you're craving a sweet and satisfying snack, give these peanut butter bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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