LUNCH LADY PEANUT BUTTER COOKIE BARS

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Found on line at 12 Tomatoes These are moister than your traditional cookie, The simple frosting adds some creamy texture (and more sweetness) and they are a breeze to cut into portions for serving.

Provided by Bonnie G 2

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 16 cut bars, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups flour
2 cups sugar
2 large eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup butter, 2 sticks
1 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup butter, 1 stick
1/2 cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons milk
4 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Bars:.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a large cookie sheet or line with parchment paper.
  • Mix together dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • Whisk together ½ cup milk, vanilla extract, eggs. Set aside.
  • In a saucepan, melt 1 cup (2 sticks) of butter and 1 cup peanut butter, bring to a boil. Remove from heat and slowly add flour mixture, followed by milk and egg mixture. Mix until well combined.
  • Pour batter onto cookie sheet, spreading batter evenly to edges. Bake for 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
  • Frosting:.
  • In a saucepan, bring 1 stick butter and ½ cup peanut butter to a boil. Add 2 tablespoons milk and slowly mix in powdered sugar until well combined. Pour frosting over cake, spreading evenly to edges. Allow frosting to cool and set before serving.

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